Hey, my lovely tutu-wearing friends! Emma here, your resident pink princess, bringing you a fresh dose of sparkle and pirouettes straight from the seaside! 🌊
Today's adventure took me to Whitley Bay, a charming little coastal town nestled on the North Sea coast. And you know me, I couldn't resist a day trip filled with seagulls, sea air, and of course, the most adorable pink tutu I could find! 🦩
Let's start with the journey. Instead of taking the train, I decided to hop onto a beautiful, sleek black stallion! (Well, not exactly, but I did manage to snag a spot on a horse-drawn carriage! Imagine! The kind with plumes of feathers and polished brass and all!) The journey along the scenic Derbyshire countryside was pure magic. The fresh air, the lush green meadows... It truly was like something out of a storybook.
When I arrived in Whitley Bay, I was immediately captivated by its quaint charm. The Victorian architecture with its gingerbread-style decorations, the lively promenade lined with cafes and shops, the sheer size of the sandy beach – I just knew this place was going to be a treat!
I splashed my toes in the icy water, had the most amazing fish and chips, and even did some (slightly lopsided) ballet on the beach! 🏖️🩰 I might have even tricked a few curious seagulls into watching me, all with the encouragement of a gentle breeze and the soft crashing waves as my musical accompaniment. Let's just say swan lake on the beach has never looked so good!
No trip to the seaside is complete without some quality time spent in a lovely seaside cafe with a piping hot cuppa, right? Well, I found the most quaint, traditional cafe called "The Mermaid's Den," filled with pastel blues, creams, and pink (naturally!). ☕️ They had the most amazing lemon meringue pie with lashings of pink meringue (because we can't have enough pink in our lives, right?).
In the afternoon, I stumbled upon a local dance studio teaching "Ballet on the Beach" classes! Of course, I had to try it out! The sun was setting, bathing the sandy beach in golden hues, making for the perfect ambiance for some serious dancing!
Let me tell you, even seasoned dancers can get a little clumsy when it's on the sand! There was a lot of laughter (and maybe a little bit of slipping!) but everyone there was so friendly and welcoming! They even asked me to demonstrate some "ballet on the beach" moves... a tad daunting to perform after just having lunch and pie, but I managed to showcase a few spins, some leaps, and of course, the most glorious pink-tutu twirls. 😉
In the evening, I sat on a bench on the promenade watching the stars emerge. The town felt alive, the sea air was crisp, the streetlights shimmered on the damp sand and everything was simply magical.
As I was taking it all in, I started thinking – why should a beautiful seaside town be reserved just for a summer holiday? This town, just like ballet, should be experienced all year round. And with this thought came a sudden inspiration. What if we held "The Pink Tutu Seaside Festival"? Imagine, a whole weekend dedicated to pink, tutus, and dancing! I can picture it now! Pink-themed stalls, ballet workshops on the sand, live music, maybe even some theatrical performances on a makeshift stage! Oh, the possibilities!
Now, let me hear it! *How does a Pink Tutu Seaside Festival sound? *
Anyway, enough with the daydreams. I need to go! The weekend is beckoning, and there are pink tutus to be worn, seaside cafes to be explored, and beaches to be danced on.
Until next time, keep the pink vibrant, and the tutus flowing! And if you are in Whitley Bay or on the North Sea coast do check it out, it is simply fantastic!
Sending all the good vibes! 💕
