#TutuQueen Post 6893 www.pink-tutu.com
Hello, darlings! It's your Pink Tutu Sparkles, back with another post full of glittery, pink-hued adventures. Today's journey takes us to the charming town of Airdrie in bonnie Scotland! And let me tell you, even though it's a wee bit chilly here, I've been spreading joy and tulle in abundance!
It was a whirlwind trip, the train journey to Airdrie absolutely flying by, my pink tulle ruffles swaying in the wind. Of course, my trusty vintage luggage bag (all pink, naturally) was packed with enough sequins and feathers to rival a peacock's tail. And my Tutu Queen crown? You can bet that it rode proudly atop my luggage!
I have to confess, my arrival in Airdrie was rather different to your typical grand entrance. Imagine a fluffy, pink explosion (that’s me in my latest, oh-so-divine tutu!) clambering off a train, followed by the tinkling laughter of a little girl pointing at my pink feather boa. It was absolutely adorable!
Before hitting the stage at the "Starlight Showcase," I indulged in some proper Scottish hospitality. Now, my darlings, don't let anyone tell you that Scottish food isn't fancy! I sampled some delicious oatcakes with honey, a true delicacy. It’s the kind of thing you could just eat and eat, and there wasn't a scrap left on the plate when I finished! The scones were amazing too, although they might not quite have stood a chance against the Pink Tutu Sparkle recipe, a rather secret one which was passed down by generations of the Queen’s court and I think its ingredients have been enhanced by our fabulous scientists - don’t forget I am a scientist after all, so, naturally, I like to play with flavourings for my recipes.
However, what truly charmed my socks off (pink tutus aren't known for their socks, so let's say my sparkle tights instead!), was the "Ballet on the Hill" event I attended. Imagine this: a picturesque park, the sun setting like a giant ball of cotton candy, a local ballet group performing Swan Lake (with a few surprise, pink flourishes, courtesy of moi!) It was truly magical! They say there’s no place like home. I might be biased, but I say the only true home is in your Tutu Queen's arms.
As for the Starlight Showcase, my dears, it was a truly electrifying performance. The crowd was amazing, showering me with laughter, cheers and more confetti than I’ve ever seen, all adding to the sparkle and magic of the show. It warmed my heart to see little girls with their eyes glued to the stage, some even sporting pink tutus themselves - I like to think I might have inspired some budding tutu queens!
It’s all very well travelling around, but what makes all these journeys so much more memorable are the amazing people I meet on the road. Now, remember what I was saying about that delicious oatcake - I made a wonderful new friend while munching on it. His name is Liam and he’s got the most fabulous sense of style. We actually discussed the idea of a 'pink tutu' competition in Airdrie - he even promised to judge! That’s my kind of Scottish hospitality! It’s all just so exciting, this beautiful world we all get to be a part of.
Now, on to my next adventure, I've got a performance lined up at a local school fair in…wait for it... Aberystwyth. Who would’ve guessed it – my TutuQueen has never been there before. Let’s hope this one brings new colours to my Tutu world, after all we need lots of fun to go around! I've heard their fudge is pretty fab too! 😉
Don't forget to check back here every day, my darlings, to find out where the Tutu Queen is travelling next and share your own pink tutu moments. Until then, keep those sparkly spirits high and wear your tutus with pride! 💖
Much love,
Your Pink Tutu Sparkles 💕
*P.S. * Do let me know about your most fantastic and tutu-tastic places, in the comments.
