Post Number: 1445
Hello my darlings! It’s Emma here, your resident pink-tutu-wearing, ballet-obsessed blogger, and today I’m taking you on a little trip with me. But not just any trip, a journey filled with twirls, tutus, and all things pink, of course!
You see, this Derbyshire lass loves a good adventure. I’m happiest exploring new places, whether it’s by train, by horse, or on foot – with a healthy dose of ballet inspiration along the way. And today, my lovely readers, I'm in Surbiton. This charming town, brimming with history and character, held a special secret for me, one that, of course, involved a pink tutu.
The morning started in a whirl of excitement as I packed my suitcase (always featuring a fluffy pink tutu, naturally!) and took the train down from my beloved Derbyshire. The journey itself was pure bliss, especially when I spotted a little boy dressed as a ballerina on the platform! Talk about making my day. He gave me the sweetest smile as I caught his eye, and it got me thinking - the magic of ballet transcends all ages, truly.
My Surbiton adventure kicked off with a visit to the ‘Surbiton Arts Centre.’ Imagine my delight as I found myself surrounded by artists, musicians, and, yes, you guessed it, dancers! There was an exhibition showcasing local talent, featuring stunning photographs of graceful ballerinas.
My favourite exhibit? A life-sized painting of a ballerina wearing a (wait for it!) a pink tutu, dancing in a beautiful woodland setting. It’s the most incredible thing! The colours, the pose, everything was so captivating, so breathtaking! It’s definitely the perfect picture to inspire you all to try out your own pirouette or two!
Speaking of twirling, it was time to grab a bite to eat. Now, you all know my weakness is a good pastry, and my pick was a delicious pink strawberry tart. This pastry heaven tasted as good as it looked and definitely fueled me for the afternoon ahead.
I found myself wandering through the town centre, admiring the quaint shops and Victorian architecture. There’s something charming and welcoming about this place. But my real mission? Find a new ballet class, of course!
And find it I did! Right in the heart of Surbiton, a little ballet studio welcomed me with open arms. This studio, oh, this studio, was pure ballet bliss. They offered an afternoon drop-in class which was absolutely perfect. And let me tell you, after a whirlwind day, a good stretch and some barre work does wonders for the soul!
With my body and spirit feeling lighter than a feather, I headed back towards the station, a smile stretched wide across my face. Surbiton had embraced me with open arms and showered me with ballet magic. I had my fill of pink and tutus, but what made it even more special was discovering the sheer joy and beauty of ballet within the hearts of this charming little town.
Remember, my darlings, this is all about living your best life. Find that passion that sparks your soul. Embrace it, twirl it, share it with the world. And if you find yourself near Surbiton, maybe even with a pink tutu in tow, take my advice: pop into that ballet studio. You never know the magic you might find.
Until next time, remember: let your spirit soar like a ballerina and stay fabulous!
Lots of love,
Emma x
www.pink-tutu.com
