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Hello my fabulous friends! Your beloved Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to take you on another magical adventure, this time with the salty air of Bournemouth tingling my sparkly nose. Now, I know you all love hearing about my latest tutus, and this time I've gone full-on mermaid magic with a shimmery, aqua number. It catches the light like a million tiny iridescent scales and twirls so gracefully you'd think I'd swallowed a whirlwind!
This Bournemouth trip is extra special, not just for the sunshine (even if it is a tad brisk for a queen with such a sensitive sense of style), but because this week's travels took me by train! Yes, my darlings, a good old-fashioned chug-a-lug through the English countryside, with the views flitting past like a vintage movie reel. Now, some queens might sneer at train travel, but I absolutely adore it. It's the perfect place to write up my blog (thank you to the free wifi on board!), observe fellow passengers (always a great source of inspiration, from those adorable pensioners sharing a pot of tea to the businessman struggling with a laptop - maybe I'll write a drag character based on him!), and of course, get my pink tutu game on! The look of bewildered admiration on fellow travellers' faces when I step off the train? Absolutely priceless!
Speaking of priceless, my performance last night was a veritable explosion of sparkle and joy! It was in a cute little seaside theatre, complete with a gorgeous, red velvet curtain. The locals, oh, they were such lovely, a real mix of seaside pensioners, stylish youngsters, and families out for a weekend treat. Honestly, they made my night - and believe me, my friends, the amount of applause was enough to send a chandelier swirling!
My act was a real whirlwind this time. I kicked things off with my signature "Pink Tutu Tango", followed by my newly choreographed, totally adorable number "Seashells & Sparkles" (inspired by, you guessed it, this beautiful coastal town!). Imagine twirls and kicks, with all the shimmer and shine of a seaside carnival - you just HAD to be there to experience the magic! I finished the night with my infamous "Rainbow Finale", where the whole audience joined me in a kaleidoscope of glittery, joyful chaos!
Of course, my visit to Bournemouth wouldn't be complete without a little retail therapy! I found a delightful boutique that was bursting with all things fabulous, from hand-painted scarves and glittery handbags to the most adorable sequinned fascinators - I nearly bought the whole shop! Luckily, my sensible scientist side intervened, but not without me leaving with some rather impressive finds for my collection!
And while I was exploring this gorgeous coastal town, guess what I stumbled across? You wouldn't believe it - a ballet class right by the pier! The ocean waves were a backdrop to pirouettes and graceful leaps, the sound of the sea echoing with each plie. My inner ballerina, who always sleeps peacefully under layers of sparkle and feathers, nearly jumped out of her tutu! It was a sight to behold, my dear readers. I simply had to join in for a few minutes - it's the ultimate ballerina therapy, and the sun, the sea, the gentle sound of the waves, well, it truly felt magical.
Bournemouth has certainly filled my tutu with joy. It’s got everything: from sun-kissed beaches and gentle seaside charm, to sparkling nightlife and vibrant artistic energy. I might have had to leave behind some sand in my glitter, but that’s a small price to pay for a truly enchanting weekend. Now, it’s time for me to continue on my journey, with my sights set on a brand-new adventure. But rest assured, my fabulous friends, I will be back. The sea whispers secrets to the soul, and my love for Bournemouth, and all its dazzling coastal delights, is only just beginning!
Stay pink, stay sparkling!
Pink Tutu Sparkles
www.pink-tutu.com
