"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.
ReplyDeleteThe 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)
ReplyDeleteWonderfully written!
ReplyDeleteI 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
ReplyDeleteYours 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.
ReplyDeleteI 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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