Don't dream it, do it!
On Saturday I said goodbye to my pale, bare, left forearm and made a very nervous trip to the tattoo studio. I was more nervous about this than I was about labour! The pain was (thankfully) bearable and in less than 20 minutes it was done. I still can't stop staring at it!
My main concern about getting my first tattoo was the stereotypes and judgements placed on people with ink. So far, all has been fine. I find a lot of older people look at me with concerned faces, as if they are thinking "Poor dear must be rebelling", I just smile sweetly and they either look away or smile back. I know that this perception is changing rapidly so it really doesn't bother me. I dress well, I speak well, and well... I'm a decent person. A bit of art on my arm doesn't change that! I worked my first shift with the tattoo in tow today and was pleasantly surprised at everyones reactions. Because it is 'tasteful' and quite pretty I don't have to cover it when I work. This made me incredibly happy!
Before I decided on getting my tattoo I read an interesting and insightful post by Danielle from Sometimes Sweet titled 'How tattoos (may) change your life'. Dani is my ultimate beautifully inked idol! Not to mention the most inspirational blogger. I'm really glad she did this post as it prepared me and made me seriously think about my decision.
I am considering adding to my tattoo... perhaps with tree's, branches, leaves, birds, words....Oh the possibilities are endless! But for now I am happy with getting used to this one. When the honeymoon period is over I may start planning the rest of my arm. Maybe.
What do you think of it? Are you inked? Do you plan to be? And yes, if you thought you recognised the image, the amazing Miss Hill designed my tattoo!
