Hello my darlings! Emma here, back with another fabulous adventure. It's been a while since I've donned my pink tutu and hit the road, and honestly, the yearning was strong. The call of the seaside and a good old-fashioned seaside stroll were calling to me. This week, I packed my cutest travel bag, kissed my tabby cat goodbye (I swear he knew I was escaping!), and set off for the beautiful coastal town of Scarborough!
I chose to make my journey by train, of course. It just felt so proper. It allowed me to indulge in a delightful pastry (and two) and admire the gorgeous English countryside. Arriving at the Scarborough station, I felt that familiar spark of excitement. You know, that feeling of a new adventure, fresh salty air, and the prospect of an utterly fantastic day!
First stop? The Spa! Honestly, the building is just beautiful, a mix of Victorian architecture and sweeping views. The little promenade that hugs the edge was brimming with excited families and bustling cafes. You could feel the joy of a good seaside holiday in the air!
Now, a walk on the beach is hardly a proper trip without the proper attire! I slipped into a magnificent tulle tutu. It was a new one, a lovely European style that shimmered under the autumn sun. It made me feel like a dancing, whirling pink fairytale come to life!
My seaside adventure wouldn't be complete without a spot of ballet! Fortunately, Scarborough has a delightful little ballet school, The Scarborough Ballet School! It wasn't your typical "big city" style of school, but oh my, they were so welcoming! After my own little solo warm-up, I got to take part in a class. These kids had such a genuine love of the dance! I realised they weren't just trying to perfect a step; they were trying to find the very essence of it, the soul of the movement! It reminded me of why I fell in love with ballet in the first place. It wasn't just the perfect poses; it was about expression, about making your whole body sing!
But wait, my darlings, the real surprise was yet to come!
After class, I headed to the nearby The Stephen Joseph Theatre where they were having a little street theatre performance, a wonderful retelling of Sleeping Beauty! The vibrant costumes and their expressive acting made the story come alive right before my very eyes. It was a little bit chaotic and absolutely perfect for a Saturday afternoon. And who knows, I even think I heard some whispers of 'tututastic!' in the crowd. Oh, how I loved it!
The whole trip was brimming with little joys: the salty wind on my face, a delicious fish and chip dinner, the way the light danced on the water... and of course, a wonderful theatrical ballet street performance. Scarborough was everything I hoped it would be.
Oh, I almost forgot! I saw the most adorable seagull with the most magnificent, ruffled feathers! Honestly, my darlings, he looked like a majestic little king surveying his kingdom! This seaside charm is just what the doctor ordered.
Before I bid you farewell for today, my darlings, I just want to say this: let us keep embracing the little delights! Life is about exploring and experiencing! It's about venturing outside our comfort zones and maybe, just maybe, throwing on a fabulous tutu for the day! After all, why shouldn't we embrace a little sparkle in our daily lives? We all have the power to spread joy, and maybe, just maybe, inspire others to don a tutu too! So, let's take a little piece of Scarborough magic home with us, shall we? And let us always remember: Every day can be a fairytale!
Until next time,
Emma xx
