"Oh, MAN, I thought I was gonna DIE!", she shared. "The pain - I wanted an epidural! But they wouldn't give me one!"
"Really?", I said, amused at her experience. "I kind of actually LIKED the pain. It kept me present with the whole process, y'know?"
"Forgeddabout! I didn't feel a need to be present. I just wanted to see my prize at the end. You actually LIKED the pain?!", she replied.
"Yeah. I did. I'm sorry it wasn't the same for you." I told her.
"I don't know. I remember you'd told me that it wasn't that bad. That was part of my decision to go through with this. But I'm happy with how it all turned out, I don't know if I could do it again, though." She debated.
"Again?", I asked. "You're thinking of another one?"
"Oh GAWD, I can't even think about that yet! I'm so sore. I hope my husband doesn't mind, but I don't even want him touching me right now!"
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Yep, she got herself that tattoo she'd been pondering for some time. A while ago she asked me for a referral to the place that did mine. Have I ever shown it here?
With such "body modification" - tattoos, piercings, etc. - there seems to be two main camps. Those that love it, and in fact, may even be addicted; and those that think it's just wrong/stupid/don't get it.
I can't speak for everyone with a tattoo, but for me I'd say I wanted mine as a means of self-expression mixed with a bit of rebellion? I did some research, found a good clean shop with an original artist who would design something based on my preferences. I'm happy with how it turned out. I basically wanted something "pretty" and I think I got that, but it's also got a bit of a wild edge to it that I like.
And I'm done. I had one thing in mind, got it done, the end.
And yes, it does hurt, but it's kind of a "hurts so good" kinda thing. Really.
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I've always sort of wanted one. Nothing real obvious. Nothing to make a statement. Just something, somewhere that I would know about and could maybe show others.
The biggest thing holding me back is that there's nothing I'm passionate about tattooing on my body. Drives me nuts when I see grown women with cartoon characters just randomly tossed on various body parts.
And I'll be honest. I worry that I won't handle the pain and would have to cut it short. I've had three babies. I've had surgery and incisions made in my abdomen. But I still worry I can't handle it. But since I have nothing in mind for an image, I guess I don't have to worry about it.
Very funny! :) I would like a little tattoo as well, but my husband is pretty against it. And since I'm not absolutely set on getting one, I will probably honor his wishes... (nevermind the fact that I'm a little afraid of the pain...despite having 4 children with no epidurals...)(not necessarily my decision btw)
Wonderfully written!
I don't have anything like this (I am one who just doesn't get it), but my younger brother has enough for the whole family :-)
I rather like yours - very tasteful if I may say so!
Pleasure >>fine line here<< Pain
Yours is awesome. Yes, a little edge is good. Mine I drew myself and I can only see it if I turn around to see my back side in the mirror.
I liked your tattoo when you got it. Classy with a bit of an edge. I've always wanted a tattoo but haven't really gotten up the nerve or inclination for it. Someday I may take the leap like you did.
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