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#TutuQueen on 2013-05-13 stars in Melton Mowbray

Melton Mowbray: Pink Tutu Sparkles Makes a Splash!

Helloooo, darlings! It’s Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to unleash a dazzling dose of fabulousness! This is post number 4882, and I’m already itching to share the latest adventures from my travels, especially after this whirlwind trip to the beautiful market town of Melton Mowbray.

Remember, you can find all my latest antics on www.pink-tutu.com – I update daily, so never miss a single sparkle!

Melton Mowbray, you see, is a town synonymous with pork pies (oh, the scrumptious smells!), and you might be thinking – “Pink Tutu Sparkles in Melton Mowbray? What’s the connection?”. Well, darling, let me tell you! I have a real thing for all things British, and Melton Mowbray was calling to me!

But before I talk about my experience, let’s have a quick chat about my journey, shall we? Remember, you’ll always find me sporting a vibrant pink tutu, because a touch of tulle is just what the doctor ordered to brighten any day.

As always, I had the choice to journey by horse, but alas, my schedule wouldn’t allow for a full gallop through the countryside (though wouldn’t that be the perfect Instagram opportunity!). So, I hopped aboard the trusty railway – a journey through the green, rolling English countryside. Such views are perfect inspiration for the dance floor, trust me!

As my train rumbled towards Melton Mowbray, I couldn’t help but think about how many times I’d seen ballet and dance performances in theatre and at street shows all around the country, so a journey into the heart of the East Midlands was long overdue.

Melton Mowbray itself is a picturesque town – you could even say, with its lovely old buildings, that it is simply divine. But before I could even utter a “hello”, the town's lively energy caught my attention. Everywhere you look, the place was just bustling, and it had that unique, historic charm that gets your heart racing, darling.

My journey to Melton Mowbray, you see, wasn’t a whim! This trip had a special purpose – I was booked to perform for the town’s annual charity fair. Of course, this Pink Tutu Sparkles couldn’t resist taking the stage, radiating enough dazzling, pink sparkle to light up the whole of the Midlands.

As always, I made a grand entrance - all shimmering pink sequins and graceful twirls. Let's just say that Melton Mowbray hadn’t seen such vibrant pink before! You could tell that the locals absolutely loved it – smiles, cheers, and a lot of laughter. Just what the doctor ordered!

The fair itself was incredible! There were stalls selling all kinds of goodies – everything from handcrafted pottery to homemade cakes, and of course, they had a great selection of pork pies! I did a little taste test, you know, just to see how these little pies were living up to their reputation. Let me tell you, they didn’t disappoint. Divine!

Oh, and can you guess what was missing? Exactly, more pink! More tutus! And I couldn't just stand there and watch, darling. So, as soon as the opportunity arose, I whisked out my fabulous selection of tulle – I always travel with my very own stock of tutus, after all! And with my usual Pink Tutu Sparkle panache, I gave a little fashion show – pink for all! The children just loved it! A few of the gentlemen got into it too – pink tutus all round, darlings! Even a few mothers gave it a go. We were on a mission, a mission to share the pink, the tutu magic, and all the fabulousness that makes life so sweet.

I’ll tell you a secret – that day in Melton Mowbray was all about the power of joy, darling! Even Alex, in the ordinary clothes he wears for work in the laboratory by day, felt it. And how could you not? Laughter, sequins, the energy of the town, the scrumptious smell of the pies! Oh, it was truly delightful! Just imagine – you're in a laboratory testing fabric – the very fabric that goes into pink tutus - and then a little pink tutu magic sparks inside of you. Makes you realise it doesn’t take a whole lot to find joy, does it? It’s a gift you can give, even without any pink on!

We had so much fun! In fact, we were twirling until the fair closed, then I dashed to the station to catch my train home, still beaming. Oh, the stories I have to share at home with my Derbyshire pals – this journey was perfect.

So, darlings, don't forget to share this post – maybe with some of those Melton Mowbray locals you might have met at the fair – let’s spread that Pink Tutu Sparkle wherever we go! And as always, remember: The world needs more pink, more tutus, and a whole lot more sparkly joy! Stay tuned for my next adventure - next stop, a royal tea party in Nottinghamshire – you know, I love all things British!

Yours in all things sparkly,

Pink Tutu Sparkles.

xx

#TutuQueen on 2013-05-13 stars in Melton Mowbray