Post #2384
Hello my darling pink-tutu loving friends! It's your girl Emma here, coming to you live from Hastings, and let me tell you, this little seaside town has stolen my heart! I arrived last night by train - there's nothing like the rhythmic clackety-clack of the wheels to get you feeling all graceful and poised, even if I did nearly miss my stop while gazing out the window at the stunning views.
I knew Hastings was a town brimming with charm, but I never expected to be greeted by a sea of pastel pinks and fluffy clouds right on arrival! My darling hotel - let's call it "The Pink Pearl," though that might give away the game a little! - was adorned with rose-tinted balconies overflowing with geraniums. I could practically hear them cheering "Welcome to Hastings, darling!" in their little flower voices.
Speaking of charming, Hastings itself was a true delight! I decided to ditch the car (they have so many charming cobbled streets, darling, no way was I risking a scratch on my precious wheels) and ventured into the town centre by horse-drawn carriage. My steeds were the sweetest, gentlest things. We rolled past shops filled with quirky knick-knacks, artisan bakeries that made me drool just looking at their window displays, and even a sweet little ballet studio with the most beautiful, hand-painted pink and white sign! It practically screamed "Emma, we have something for you!". Of course, I had to pop in, and was met with the sweetest smile and the kindest encouragement to take a drop-in class later in the week! My little ballet heart skipped a beat, because you all know I just can't resist a good, old-fashioned ballet class!
Anyway, before I could grab my pointe shoes and tights, I was drawn in by a live street performance. It was a group of talented young dancers, swirling in their tutus - you guessed it - in shades of pink, naturally! The music, a lovely orchestral rendition of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, just filled my entire being with joy. They had this whole "story" happening, with all sorts of pirouettes and fouettés and even some contemporary flair thrown in! I practically gasped with delight. Seeing these passionate, graceful performers just reminded me of how much joy I find in dance. It's more than just twirling and leaping; it's about storytelling, expression, and channeling those powerful emotions. It’s a true gift, and I want to spread that joy as much as I can. So join me, darling! Pick up a tutu, put on a smile, and join me in celebrating life and the beauty of movement!
You guys know how much I love the seaside, and the walk along the Hastings promenade was magical! The gentle sea breeze whisked away any lingering worries, leaving me feeling incredibly light and free. And what better way to end a perfect seaside day than with a glorious sunset on the beach, donning my signature pink feather tutu and a touch of shimmering pink lipstick? You might even catch me performing a "pink-tutu sunset waltz" (that's me - all graceful twirls and giggles) - though I might need to recruit some willing volunteers to be my dancing partners, eh? (wink, wink!)
So, there you have it! Hastings has been nothing short of magical! And yes, it truly is a town brimming with beauty and inspiration - you could call it "Pink Tutu Paradise." (Or maybe "Emma’s happy place" - they both work!). I'll be posting more of my adventures in Hastings soon, so be sure to stay tuned, darlings! And don't forget to visit www.pink-tutu.com and join me on my pink-tutu adventure. See you in my next post, where I'll share even more delightful Hastings discoveries - I hear there are even some adorable little wildlife sanctuaries here. And, wouldn't you know it? The very thought of getting my cuddle on with some fluffy lambs, well, it practically makes me want to do a little pirouette right now.
Happy dancing, my dears! 🩰
