Guten Tag, darlings! Emma here, writing to you from the quaint and charming town of Rugby, where I've just experienced the most delightful day filled with pink, tutus, and⊠dare I say⊠rugby!
Don't be surprised, my lovelies! This week, I decided to switch things up a bit and traded in my trusty pointe shoes for a pair of rather dashing knee-high boots. But, fear not, my trusty pink tutu stayed put! I simply swapped my classic tulle for a vibrant, shocking pink tutu crafted from a bold, almost neon fabric. Think 80s workout gear with a touch of elegant ballet flair!
My Journey: Horse & Rail
I got here on a grand adventure, first travelling by horse! Yes, you read right! Iâve found myself absolutely smitten with the idea of long journeys by horseback lately. And there was something wonderfully romantic about galloping through the Derbyshire countryside on my trusty steed, Winston (my cheeky cob with an attitude) with my pink tutu swishing around my ankles, the wind in my hair and sunshine on my face. Such bliss!
When I reached the edge of the countryside, I decided to continue my adventure by train. It was a splendid journey through fields and valleys, a perfect view for my window-seat with my nose firmly tucked in a paperback book about ballet techniques. I confess I did have a quick, silent practice in the carriage - nothing too daring, just a gentle series of dégagés, to keep the magic flowing, you know!
Rugby, You Charmer
When I arrived, I found Rugby absolutely buzzing with activity. But not just any activity. This little town had the heart of a lion - an infectious passion forâŠwell⊠rugby! There was this unique vibe, this shared enthusiasm that reminded me of the joyful spirit of our ballet community back in Derby. I swear, it was like everyone was celebrating their shared love for a fantastic, exhilarating sport - with smiles as bright and bubbly as my pink tutu!
A Tutu in the Scrum!
My goal this week? Well, first off, a touch of my Derby girl magic had to come to Rugby, obviously. It felt quite daring to wear my pink tutu outside of ballet, but then, I felt quite a few curious looks, a smattering of laughs and even a friendly clap or two!
I felt a connection with everyone, the excitement for rugby somehow linking to the exhilaration of dancing. The thrill of the competition, the push to be the best you can be, the teamwork⊠They really werenât that different! And all done with the same kind of exuberant energy that resonates within me. It was a perfect opportunity for me to experiment with this pink tutu on an adventure a little more... ârobustâ.
Of course, I also got my fix of ballet. I found a fabulous class taught by an incredibly enthusiastic lady named Penny (how perfect!), and, wouldnât you know it, a bunch of her students were wearing their own brightly coloured tutus! We even got to explore some ballet street in a stunning park with a magnificent view of the beautiful English countryside, perfect for pirouettes under the setting sun!
The Power of Pink!
In the evenings, Rugby offered a real cultural treat - I discovered this wonderful little theatre with an incredibly touching and poignant ballet production that told the story of love and sacrifice during World War I. I may have even shed a tear or two! And wouldn't you know it, they even had an encore performance on a tiny, elegant, vintage, hand-cranked carousel right next door! The highlight of my night was, you guessed it, the dazzling carousel horses decorated in shades of... pink!
As I boarded my train this morning, I realized something profound: maybe my passion for pink and my love for the elegant twirls of ballet have more power than I imagined. After all, it seems to connect with everyone in a very special way, transcending boundaries and creating something beautiful.
So, dear darlings, letâs keep spreading that joy. Letâs get the world twirling and twirling beautifully in the most flamboyant, expressive pink tutus imaginable! Think of the pink joy!
Lots of love, Emma xx
P.S. Donât forget to follow me on all the social media platforms at the address listed on my website, www.pink-tutu.com . See you all next week for another exciting blog! Youâre a pink ray of sunshine, dear! I hope this was a bit of pink magic in your day. Keep shining brightly!
