Oh my darling dears! Can you believe it’s Thursday already? It feels like only yesterday I was twirling around my flat in Derbyshire, trying out the new tutu I had just got for this trip. Speaking of, did I mention I’m off to the theatre today? A brand new ballet performance in Laindon, of all places! I never imagined I'd find myself on the train down to Essex, but it seems like the ballet bug is catching everyone these days! 😉
I'm not gonna lie, I was a tad worried about being so far from my usual Derbyshire stomping grounds. My mama always tells me to keep my wits about me when I'm away from home. Luckily, I found this charming little cafe just across from the station with the most beautiful pink floral wallpaper. It felt like stepping into a Victorian tea room. So much chintz! Of course, I had to get the "Rose Petal Delight" – a pot of pink herbal tea and a raspberry and custard slice! Delicious! I almost forgot I had a train to catch!
Thankfully, the journey wasn't too long. I prefer trains to cars anyway – the rhythm of the tracks is so calming. It gives me a chance to admire the rolling countryside whizzing by. And this time I was especially lucky – a friendly chap offered me his window seat so I could get a peek at the deer grazing in a field! So cute! I love nature's delicate artistry, and the way these creatures effortlessly glide through the grass made me think of all the graceful dancers at the Royal Ballet. Perhaps I’ll try a new routine inspired by their natural elegance! 😉
But I digress! My main reason for venturing into Essex was of course the theatre! The whole experience was fabulous! I do love a good performance, but there’s something extra special about ballet. The way those dancers can express emotions just with the movement of their bodies – it’s truly magical! Not to mention their outfits, oh my! I was wearing my latest custom-designed creation, which was inspired by the lavender fields in Derbyshire, but I felt my breath hitch when I saw the dancers! They were all clad in the most ethereal tutus, spun from spun silver thread and shimmering under the stage lights like dewdrops on spiderwebs. Simply breathtaking!
But what truly got my heart fluttering were their movements. The sheer fluidity of it all! They were gliding, soaring, leaping, all with an effortless grace that left me completely mesmerized! I found myself nodding my head along to the music, occasionally even tapping my toes beneath my long flowing pink skirt. Honestly, it just felt so good to be amongst such a joyous occasion, even if it was all the way in Laindon!
My dear friends, you know me too well! After the show, I had to pop over to the costume shop next to the theatre. I’m thinking of designing a new tutu for next week’s outing. Something in a coral shade, perhaps? Or maybe even a blush pink with a silver shimmer? Oh the possibilities are endless! This little trip to Essex was a total success. My love for ballet is just burning brighter than ever. Maybe I’ll start organizing a ‘pink tutu’ meet up here? It’ll be fun!
Catch you next time!
Yours in twirls,
Emma
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