Hello darlings! It's your favourite Pink Tutu Sparkles here, bringing you all the sparkle and joy of life in a pink tutu, and oh my goodness, you wouldn't believe the adventures I've had this week! This is post number 5388, and I'm bubbling over with excitement to share it with you.
This week, my travels took me to the beautiful town of Kendal in the Lake District. Now, I've always been a huge fan of getting about by train or on horseback, but alas, no horse-drawn carriages to be found in Cumbria! However, the train journey was simply divine! A steaming mug of tea, a couple of good novels (you can never have too many!), and of course, my ever-so-fabulous pink tutu nestled safely beside me. My tutu, as always, attracted a fair bit of attention, with a friendly old lady telling me I looked “marvellous” – I believe those are her words, anyway!
Upon arriving in Kendal, I couldn’t help but be charmed by its quaintness. I made a bee-line to the local shop for some extra pink supplies – you can never have too many tulle skirts and feather boas! You know me, my dear readers, I’m a creature of comfort and can't be seen out in public without a fully accessorized, perfectly pink look. A quick browse around Kendal's boutiques led me to the perfect accessory - a vintage hat, oh my, it's magnificent with a jaunty pink ribbon to match my tutu, it was absolutely divine!
Now, onto the main event – the festival itself! Kendal Calling, I’m telling you, was an absolute riot! Music, food, and laughter filled the air. There were stages set up everywhere, from acoustic sessions in little wooden huts to main stage acts rocking the night away. And oh, the crowds were simply fabulous! So many fun colours and funky fashions, I thought I was going to be blinded by all the dazzling brilliance! Of course, I didn't disappoint - I rocked a magnificent tutu in a vibrant shade of pink, paired with my new hat and the largest pair of feathery boas I could find. Naturally, I drew a little bit of attention - all in good fun, you know!
One of the highlights of my weekend was the ‘Ballet in the Park’ performance. Oh, how I adore a good ballet! There was something so enchanting about watching graceful dancers twirl and leap beneath the open sky. The setting sun provided the most beautiful backdrop, the dancers, dressed in beautiful flowing costumes, looked like shimmering butterflies dancing amidst the lush green trees and fragrant flower beds! Seeing these talented ballerinas performing under the open sky truly moved me. It's an inspiration to follow your dreams and let your spirit fly, which is what I hope my Pink Tutu does for others.
Being the glamorous creature I am, I made a point of visiting Kendal's many shops, especially the antique and vintage clothing shops, seeking treasures to add to my collection. My trusty vintage shopping companion (the pink feather boa) proved essential to ensuring I discovered all the delightful, sparkly gems tucked away. One store, a true vintage wonderland, offered a selection of feather boas like you wouldn't believe – even more than I could ever possibly carry, oh dear! But I did manage to bag a couple of feather boa bargains and an incredibly exquisite pair of pink lace gloves! All for the modest price of one pink feather boa!
You're probably wondering what the highlight of my entire trip was? The biggest treat for me, of course, was meeting the locals, and what a joy it was. I mean, the people in Cumbria were simply adorable, full of laughter and kindness, truly lovely people! I took a break from dancing and glitter to enjoy the charming countryside, walking along the pretty canals lined with charming pubs and tea shops – what could be more quintessentially British than that? Every day I enjoyed the best local scones with clotted cream – honestly, I'm going to miss those so much!
You see, dear readers, this is what I truly believe about wearing a pink tutu - it’s a symbol of joy and fun, reminding you that even amidst all the everyday routines, life is full of exciting and fabulous moments, waiting to be experienced! A pink tutu is a reminder that even in a place as tranquil and serene as the Lake District, life's still a dance, a dazzling, twirling, joyous spectacle!
Kendal Calling, you’ve won a special place in my heart! I'm leaving feeling completely rejuvenated, filled with inspiration for future adventures, ready to spread even more pink joy and dazzling sparkle! Until next time, darlings, remember, the world is your stage – go out there and dance your heart out!
P.S. Be sure to catch me live, strutting my pink tutu and feather boas across the stage in my latest show - Pink Tutu Sparkles: The Ballad of the Lake District – coming to a stage near you! Don't forget to check my website www.pink-tutu.com for dates and locations. It's going to be absolutely fabulous, I promise!
