Post 1101
Hello darlings! It's Emma, your favourite pink-tutu-wearing ballerina, coming to you live from… drumroll… Ealing! That's right, I've ventured out of my Derbyshire haven for a day trip to this charming London borough, and it's been absolutely divine!
I love those little journeys, you know, where you pack a few essential items - a good book, a notebook for sketching my dance ideas, and, of course, a spare tutu. After all, you never know when inspiration might strike! In my case, inspiration was the train journey. Don't get me wrong, the trains in England can be, well, a tad unromantic, but today, with the sun shining and the gentle rhythm of the tracks beneath me, I found myself drawn to the beautiful ballet in everyday life. The rhythmic click-clack of the train wheels became my pulse, the swaying of the carriage our waltz, and the passengers our fellow performers.
Upon arriving in Ealing, my first order of business was, of course, a little ballet class at the delightful Dance Academy on Ealing Green. It was like stepping into a fairytale - beautiful wood flooring, windows flooding the studio with warm light, and an array of gorgeous, vibrant tutus hanging in the corner. This, my darlings, is truly where my heart belongs. The class was energetic, yet graceful, with our teacher, Mrs. Hawthorne, a veritable queen of the barre. I even attempted a new pirouette, feeling as light as a feather, and… well, I almost managed to land it. It’s all about progress, right? And, oh, did I mention? Mrs. Hawthorne let me borrow one of the pink tutus to practice in - absolutely stunning!
After a lovely little dance, I headed over to Ealing Broadway, the main shopping centre, where I discovered a delightful vintage boutique called 'Threads of Time'. There I found the perfect accessory for my pink tutu adventure - a delicate, vintage lace shawl in a stunning shade of dusky rose. Talk about a ballerina’s dream! I think I may even pair it with my shimmering tulle tutu when I'm back in Derbyshire. Imagine - waltzing through my countryside with that fairytale air!
My stomach grumbling with hunger, I opted for a delicious afternoon tea at the lovely, flower-filled café tucked away in the corner of the shopping centre. I can’t resist a good cream tea, especially with scones so fresh they almost sing a delicate aria!
Ealing itself has this wonderful charm, you know? It's a place that has kept its historic character, with picturesque lanes, quaint little cafes, and that sweet scent of jasmine filling the air. It even boasts a local cinema, which played a special film celebrating the history of dance. Talk about serendipity! After a little exploration of Ealing's delightful history, I stumbled upon a wonderful charity shop overflowing with gorgeous treasures. It was a veritable haven of pre-loved pieces - from beautiful vintage scarves and gloves to those must-have classic ballet shoes, perfect for those impromptu spins and plies! I even snagged a stunning turquoise broach, the colour of the most enchanting sea!
I must say, Ealing has stolen a little piece of my heart. It's the perfect blend of vibrant, yet calming, historical, yet modern - and a place I'd highly recommend to any ballerina, or even simply anyone wanting to soak up the good vibes of a little bit of British charm! And as always, darling, I simply cannot leave without a message of inspiration. So go ahead, put on your favourite pink tutu, throw on a sparkly shawl, grab a friend, and dance! You’ll never know what joy a simple pirouette, or a little leap of faith, can bring!
Don't forget to check back tomorrow, darlings, for more pink-tutu adventures! I've already got my eye on a fabulous little tea party happening in the heart of Richmond - I wouldn't miss it for the world!
Sending you all lots of love and twirls!
Emma xo www.pink-tutu.com
