Hello my darlings! It's Emma here, and I'm back with another exciting update from my world of pink tutus and twirling adventures! This week I've been in the utterly delightful town of Merthyr Tydfil, a place steeped in history and a whole lot of charm (not to mention, they do have the most delicious pasties!)
You know me, I just can't resist a good railway adventure. So, instead of zipping about by car like some people do, I opted for a picturesque journey by train. I must confess, I couldn't resist the chance to wear my most flamboyant pink dress, paired with, naturally, a fluffy white tutu. The train journey was an absolute delight! Everyone looked so startled at first - I do love causing a bit of a stir - but then they all ended up grinning at me and complimenting my fabulous look. Isn't it the best feeling to make people happy?
After a brief but thoroughly enjoyable stroll through the station - where, to my delight, I discovered a shop selling the most stunning floral arrangements, perfect for adorning your home in pink and pastels - I hopped onto a charming double-decker bus and headed straight for the centre of town.
Oh, Merthyr Tydfil, what a wonderful surprise you turned out to be! First, I popped into this charming tea room called "The Pink Petal," which is actually very fitting because they had the most divine pink macaroons and clotted cream tea with rose-petal jam - heavenly!
While sipping my delicious cuppa, I couldn't help but notice a local market teeming with local produce and artisan crafts. The stalls were bursting with colours, and I had to resist buying a dozen of those cute pink porcelain bunnies for my dressing table back home. Maybe next time!
In the afternoon, I ventured into a grand old theatre, beautifully preserved and steeped in history. As it turned out, they were hosting a local ballet performance by a troupe of talented young dancers! Naturally, I was instantly smitten. It was a delightful blend of classical elegance and modern energy, with beautiful music and captivating stories told through the expressive art of dance. Honestly, seeing those talented dancers performing in their tutus just made me yearn to join them on stage!
To my immense joy, there was even a mini ballet class for adults after the performance! I quickly shed my big pink dress and tutu, which, by the way, you know is always a special moment as I reveal my lovely lilac leotard beneath, and joined the other ballet-enthusiasts. It was truly the perfect way to round off my Merthyr Tydfil escapade. Even though my ballet technique is not exactly polished yet - I still need a bit more practice, darlings! - it felt amazing to finally stretch those limbs and move with grace after a day of exploration and indulging in deliciousness.
Speaking of grace, the beauty of Merthyr Tydfil extends far beyond its town centre! The town sits on the cusp of a breathtaking landscape - lush valleys, towering mountains and a sprawling woodland park, called Cyfarthfa Park.
I couldn't resist a good old fashioned hike through those glorious trails. And guess what? I encountered a little herd of beautiful Welsh Mountain ponies. I just fell head-over-heels for them! They are so incredibly friendly, I just had to stroke their soft coats. Honestly, they felt like a beautiful fluffy embrace - pure joy!
Of course, I made sure to pack a picnic basket for my afternoon trek, filled with all sorts of pink goodies. Just imagine it: pink ribbon sandwiches, a selection of the sweetest pink macarons I could find (my dear friend Mrs. Cartwright makes the best ones, don't you agree?), a pink frosted cake and, of course, a little bottle of pink sparkling lemonade!
My lovely little adventure in Merthyr Tydfil came to a rather bittersweet end when the sun started to dip towards the horizon. But don't you worry, I will be back for sure!
So my sweet lovelies, have I tempted you to discover this beautiful town?
Just like me, don't be afraid to grab a tutu, embrace a journey, and go explore the world, one pink step at a time. It’s an absolutely magical way to live life, wouldn't you agree?
Till next time,
With love and pink sparkles,
Emma
P.S. Did you know that my darling grandmother used to tell me stories about a time when tutus were worn everywhere, even on the schoolyard? Now, imagine that! Imagine a world full of pink, fluffy tutus! Isn't that something to dream of? Let's spread the joy and the twirling! Maybe if we all work together, one day, we will make it happen!
