Post Number 2104
Hello my darling dears! It’s Emma, your resident pink tutu princess, coming to you live from Romford, Essex!
Today, it’s all about a bit of an adventure – train journeys, tutus and a sprinkle of Italian charm! 😉 I decided to break away from my usual Derbyshire routine for a little day trip to this charming town, and boy, was it a treat!
First off, the journey – did you know there are still some amazing train routes where you can literally see the horses grazing in the fields? I just adore those picturesque countryside lines. I was actually feeling a little bit wistful, picturing myself in a ballet number set against that kind of rolling landscape – wouldn’t it be magical?!
I’d packed a bit of a flamboyant outfit for my Romford adventure – of course, I had to be a bit daring for this trip. It's always the perfect excuse for a tutu, right? Today’s outfit? Well, it's a statement: a gorgeous, Italian pink tulle tutu. It's one I snagged from a vintage store recently, and it's so perfectly pink, with an added flourish of shimmering sequins that practically glisten like the setting sun. It’s just divine, isn’t it?
This wasn't any old ballet class either! It was a lovely studio, tucked away in the heart of Romford, with walls painted a lovely pale green and lots of sunshine streaming through the windows. It felt so peaceful and serene – just the kind of place to unwind after a busy week, you know?
I got there early, and the studio was already bustling with activity – there were a few graceful ballerinas warming up, twirling and leaping in those gorgeous, classic dancewear that always fills me with such joy. I slipped on my ballet shoes and practiced my grand jeté – just for the heck of it! 😄
Of course, I wouldn't be true to myself if I didn’t add my personal touch, so I started off by suggesting we do a mini-dance sequence with a tutu twist. You should have seen the look on some of their faces, darling, it was priceless! But once they got going, everyone was all smiles! It was the most delightful, unexpected class – even the studio teacher was chuckling at my enthusiasm!
Afterwards, the teacher, bless her, asked if I’d be interested in performing in a little local show – a ballet and contemporary performance coming up in a few weeks. Obviously, I said a resounding "YES!" I always love the energy of community ballet, those local theatre performances that bring everyone together – they're pure magic! Think it’s time to start practicing my fouetté sequences – there’s always a chance I might even work in some fancy footwork, you never know! 😄
After a yummy and very English afternoon tea (with lots of scones and jam!), I made my way towards the local park – my kind of tranquil setting! There’s something so lovely about those manicured English lawns, so serene and peaceful. I took some pictures, of course, with my tutu and the gorgeous greenery – always good for a blog post, right? 🌸
There was a rather boisterous bird sanctuary nestled within the park, and for a moment I thought of the way birds are so free, flying about as they please – something I always associate with ballet in a way! Don’t you think it’s an almost mystical and joyful kind of movement, especially those moments when the dancer leaps so gracefully, their form reaching into the air like an ethereal creature, free from any restrictions. Just like a bird soaring on the wind – doesn't that seem poetic? 😉
That's it from Romford – what a gorgeous little day trip, and an unexpected bit of ballet inspiration!
If there’s one thing I've learnt today, it's that there are magical ballet experiences around every corner. Sometimes, you just need a bit of pink tutu magic to open your eyes to it! 😉 I can't wait to return and maybe even start teaching a few classes in the future – who knows? 😄
Now, remember, keep shining your inner ballet light and remember to always add a bit of pink tutu fun to your day! I’ll see you tomorrow with a new adventure – stay pink! 💖
Emma xoxo www.pink-tutu.com
