Hey gorgeous peeps!
It's your girl Emma, reporting live from the charming town of Worksop, nestled in the heart of Nottinghamshire. My trusty travel companion, "Twinkle Toes" - that's my fab little pink suitcase you all know and love - is unpacking with me at a quaint B&B with ivy clinging to its walls. It’s all very Jane Austen and, dare I say, quite magical!
This adventure started yesterday, right here in my beloved Derbyshire. It was a glorious sunny morning, and I was already twirling in my rose-gold tulle tutu, ready for my commute. You know me, always adding a bit of sparkle to the mundane! This time, instead of my usual train journey to London for a performance, I opted for something a little more adventurous… a horse!
That’s right, darlings, I decided to take a gallop through the rolling green hills on horseback, a glorious, breezy ride that made me feel like I was flying. It's the closest thing to a horse-powered "en pointe" I've experienced, and the feeling of freedom and grace was just sublime!
Speaking of grace, it's all about elegance this weekend, and my ultimate reason for coming to Worksop is, you guessed it, BALLET! This charming town has a truly beautiful theatre, a gorgeous little gem hidden away that I can't wait to explore. Tomorrow night, I’m attending a spectacular production of Swan Lake, starring the talented, dashing, and utterly gorgeous, Benjamin Le Noir. Let’s be honest, there's nothing quite like the combination of ballet and a handsome male dancer, right?!
Oh, and I haven’t even told you the best part yet…
Worksop has the most charming, charmingly quirky vintage boutique nestled just off the High Street. Imagine this: an array of stunning pink satin ballet shoes from the 1940s (all perfect for my vintage ballet collection), and an actual, real life pink tutu! It's made of a beautiful silk material with a smattering of real pearl accents and is absolutely stunning. Think I might just add it to my growing collection… after all, what is life without a touch of sparkle?
Today, after my "pink tutu" purchase (I can’t stop saying those words!), I’m planning a walk in Clumber Park, a stunning area with stunning trees that looks just like something from a fairytale. You wouldn't believe the wildlife – squirrels frolicking amongst the ancient oak trees, elegant swans gliding through the crystal clear lake, and even the odd peacock with its vibrant plumage! This part of Nottinghamshire really does have it all!
It’s these kinds of experiences that remind me why I love to travel and explore – the thrill of the unknown, the joy of discovery, and the simple pleasure of feeling completely present in the moment. Whether it's galloping on horseback through rolling green hills, admiring majestic swans on a crystal-clear lake, or falling head over heels for a vintage pink tutu (because, who wouldn’t, right?), every experience feeds my creativity and makes me realise how utterly magical this world truly is.
So, my lovely readers, do you think a little bit of magic could change the way you see the world?
Tomorrow, you can look forward to an update about Swan Lake, the majestic Benjamin Le Noir, and the secrets I learned from a wonderfully flamboyant gentleman in a floral waistcoat! But, of course, that wouldn't be my life without a bit of pink and a healthy dose of glitter.
Until then, be bold, be brilliant, and don’t forget to embrace a little sparkle!
Love, Emma x
P.S. What's the first thing you do when you find a gorgeous, vintage pink tutu? Why, you wear it and twirl, of course! It’s the ultimate expression of self-love and the purest form of self-indulgence! I dare you to do the same. You deserve a little joy and some pink-tastic fun.
