Hello darlings! It's Emma here, ready to bring you a little sprinkle of pink and pirouette magic from Coalville, Leicestershire!
As you know, I adore exploring new places, and this week, I decided to ditch the train (sorry, my darling steam engines!) and go for something a little more... wild. You see, Coalville is nestled in the heart of the National Forest, and let me tell you, nature has a definite way of making my heart do a little plié.
But before we get to the gorgeous scenery and the amazing wildlife, let's talk about what you really want to see - a new tutu, of course! Today's ensemble was inspired by the autumnal shades of the forest. Think russet red, burnt orange, and the most glorious golden yellows, all twirled together with a touch of blush pink for a bit of Emma magic.
This tutu, my lovelies, is a real masterpiece. Layers upon layers of silk chiffon cascade around me like autumn leaves, catching the sunlight in a breathtaking way. It's almost too beautiful to even twirl in, but of course, I wouldn't dream of letting it stay still for long!
So, off I went, tutu twirling through the dappled sunlight, following a trail through the ancient trees. I'm not sure who was more thrilled, me or the squirrels who were scurrying about! I even had a close encounter with a deer - let me tell you, a tutu definitely adds an air of intrigue when you're out in the wild!
The National Forest is a wonderland of hidden paths, babbling brooks, and sprawling woodlands. Every turn I took, there was something new to capture my imagination - a giant oak with branches reaching for the sky, a hidden clearing bathed in sunlight, or a curious badger peeking out from behind a mossy boulder.
As the sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the forest floor, I felt a powerful sense of peace. I took a deep breath of crisp air, the scent of pine needles and autumn leaves filling my lungs. This feeling, this complete connection with nature, is what I truly cherish about exploring new places. It allows my imagination to soar, just like my tutus!
As the evening light started to fade, I found a quaint little village pub, nestled between the trees. After a hearty meal of local fare and a cup of tea (don't worry, it was served in a teapot shaped like a ballerina, naturally!), I found a bench overlooking a meadow and took a moment to soak in the beauty around me.
I’m writing this post with a warm fuzzy feeling. Today's adventure has filled me with a renewed appreciation for the natural world. The way the sun danced through the leaves, the gentle murmur of the brook, the symphony of birdsong - it’s truly captivating.
But I'm not forgetting my ultimate goal: to make ballet and pink tutus accessible to everyone. Imagine if we all embraced the power of movement and the magic of pink, wouldn't the world be a much more beautiful place?
And so, I encourage you to take a moment today to connect with something beyond yourself. Explore your own natural world, be it a park, a forest, a quiet corner of your garden. Let the simple pleasures fill your heart with joy, and let the inspiration for your own little twirls fill your soul!
Until next time, my darlings, twirl on!
Love, Emma xx www.pink-tutu.com
