Hello darlings!
It's Emma here, your favourite pink-loving, tutu-wearing, ballet-obsessed blogger, bringing you another slice of life from the wonderful world of dance!
Today, I'm writing from a quaint little town called Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, a place that feels a world away from my Derbyshire roots, but in the most wonderful way!
It was a glorious train journey here, the sunshine peeking through the windows as I savored my afternoon tea and contemplated the perfect twirl-worthy tutu for tonight's adventure. (Spoiler alert, it’s the voluminous, fluffy one with the pink ribbon!)
I’ve been feeling drawn to the North East recently. It’s a beautiful region with its rolling hills and charming market towns, and this weekend feels like a mini-pilgrimage for a pink-loving ballet devotee like me. It’s all thanks to a chance encounter with a wonderful group of ballet enthusiasts who have invited me to see their fantastic amateur dance company’s production of "The Sleeping Beauty." Oh, how I can't wait to be swept away by Tchaikovsky’s glorious score! The whole town seems to be buzzing about it - there’s posters up everywhere and even a shop window dressed up like Aurora’s bedroom. I could hardly resist sneaking a peek and imagining myself twirling and leaping in that enchanting, whimsical setting!
And then, of course, there’s the excitement of exploring the town itself! After our "Sleeping Beauty" outing, I’m dreaming of strolling around the historic centre and discovering charming cafes and vintage shops - who knows what vintage treasures I might find for my wardrobe!
Later in the day, we'll be heading to the countryside - I've heard tell of some incredible walking trails in the area with views over the Pennines that will take my breath away. I plan on enjoying a delicious picnic basket, listening to some chirping birds, and even hoping to spot a majestic red deer - don’t you think a little wildlife would be a fitting companion on my tutu adventures? I can't help but imagine myself in a beautiful pink tutu and a sunhat, gliding through the countryside like a ballerina. It's an image I've been envisioning ever since I arrived in Newton Aycliffe, and I can already feel my inspiration soaring!
Now, you're all probably wondering about the details of my tutu choice, aren’t you? I simply had to bring my large, swirling pink tutu with its delicate layers of tulle, making it seem like I'm floating through the air. It's an outfit guaranteed to draw smiles and happy sighs from anyone who witnesses it - perhaps I can encourage a few new devotees to embrace the pink tutu life while I’m here!
Newton Aycliffe, you are proving to be an absolutely magical destination. And it’s only Saturday, so I'm ready to make the most of every precious minute.
See you tomorrow for more pink tutu adventures and stories!
With love and a sprinkle of ballet magic,
Emma
P.S. I'll be back with another post tomorrow. In the meantime, what are your thoughts on Newton Aycliffe? What's your favourite type of tutu? Tell me everything! Don’t forget to follow me on my adventures on www.pink-tutu.com and on all social media. Be sure to share your favourite pink tutu photos and stories with me too! Together, let's make the world a more pink and tutu-ful place!
