Hey everyone, it’s Emma here, and I'm back with a brand new blog post straight from the magical streets of Stourbridge! Today was all about channeling my inner fairy, because let's be honest, who doesn't love a bit of sparkle and whimsical fun? 😉
Now, you might be wondering how I got here. Well, my trusty steed, a handsome, cherry-red steam train, took me on a delightful journey through the countryside. It felt like I was travelling straight out of a classic fairy tale. You know, those ones with gentle hills rolling past and a glimpse of charming old cottages, dotted with bright, cheerful gardens.
I had this amazing, dreamy, blush pink tutu on that really shimmered in the sunshine. I felt like a true fairy princess, just waiting for a prince charming (or maybe a cute horse, hehe) to come and whisk me away!
Stourbridge itself is just as charming. It feels like stepping into another time period. With cobblestone streets, cute little tea shops and antique stores, it's hard not to be charmed. And of course, there's always a bit of pink to be found - whether it's a sweet, pink rose growing in a window box or a vibrant pink scarf tied around a lady’s neck.
I couldn’t resist popping into a beautiful, independent vintage shop where I found the most fabulous pair of feather-light pink ballet shoes. Imagine, the most exquisite ballerina shoes, adorned with tiny sparkles. It felt like fate!
But enough about me, let's get to the real star of the day - the beautiful Stourbridge Town Hall. Imagine a grand Victorian building, just begging for a little bit of magic!
And wouldn’t you know it, there was a special performance happening - a delightful rendition of "The Nutcracker". The music was so powerful it had me feeling like I was twirling across the stage alongside the graceful dancers. It brought back such warm memories of the magical ballet performances I saw growing up in Derbyshire, especially when my Mum took me to see "Swan Lake".
The ballerina dancing the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy was a real star, all twirls and elegant jumps! Seeing her so effortlessly elegant was seriously inspiring. Honestly, it makes me want to lace up my pointe shoes and hit the dance floor - maybe I should have brought my ballet bag today! I can totally picture myself spinning around in that new tutu under the grand, glittering chandelier at Stourbridge Town Hall. Oh, what a dream!
Of course, after all that inspiration, I had to find a way to channel that energy. So, I headed over to the delightful Stourbridge Park, for a little afternoon "balletic promenade" (I like to give a little fancy spin to everything, okay?). The park was an absolute dream. The lush greenery, the tranquil pond, and the cheerful splash of colours - everything was so perfect! I swear, it felt like something out of a scene from "A Midsummer Night's Dream"!
Speaking of dreams, one of my ultimate ambitions is to inspire more people to try ballet. And why not? It’s a wonderful activity that builds strength, grace and creativity, and of course, there’s that wonderful sense of community. It's just so amazing how the ballet world brings together people from all walks of life – even if it’s just for one magical evening.
You never know, with a little bit of imagination and a little sprinkle of fairy dust, even those of you who’ve never attempted a pirouette might discover the ballerina within you. And why stop there? I'm dreaming big, and I truly hope that one day, every single person on this planet will have experienced the joy of a twirling in a pink tutu! That’s a picture worth imagining, don't you think?
After my lovely ballet promenade, I felt ready for a bit of a treat, so I treated myself to delicious cream tea in one of the local tea rooms - and of course, there was plenty of pink involved - think, delicate china teacups with delicate pink roses. And for a sweet treat? A slice of decadent pink cake with the perfect strawberry topping, because you just can't resist a sweet ending, right?
As the evening descended on Stourbridge, I found myself surrounded by the beauty of nature. I spent some time admiring the elegant swan families gliding serenely across the tranquil lake, and it really made me realise how nature inspires creativity and artistic expression in a very real way.
And you know what, after witnessing the graceful swans, I realized something even more magical: there is beauty in all forms, from delicate ballet dancers, to swans gliding through still waters, to the magic that unfolds when you embrace your inner fairy. You really don't need to travel to the end of the rainbow to find magic, it can be found in everyday life.
Just embrace a little bit of sparkle, maybe even put on a tutu (no judgment here! I do it every chance I get), and see how your heart fills with that extra bit of joy and wonder!
And if you want to join my magical journey, be sure to head over to www.pink-tutu.com, where you’ll find my daily adventures and a little bit of fairy dust sprinkled on every blog post!
Until next time, lovelies!
XOXO
Emma
