I've been thinking lots in the past few months about my next few tattoos.
I might get the next two together, maybe, if I have the money.
I'm not going to give away what I want, because I don't really want to hear judgement and opinions before I get it done. Here are some inspiration photos:
I could never do this to my body, due to my chosen profession. But I think these are beautiful photos:
When I was in Canberra over Christmas, J's sister expressed to me that she didn't see the point of tattoos - especially when they're in places where yourself or others can't see them.
My tattoo is across my back. And although I can't see it (unless looking in a mirror), that doesn't change the fact that I know it's still there.
For me, tattoos are a spiritual experience. Mine holds significance for me; significance which I will - and have in the past - been happy to express to those who ask. It is a motto for living my life, and the way which I see the world.
Getting tattoos hurt. Ask anyone who has one. But again, that pain is part of the spiritual experience of getting this idea, this thought, this sentiment etched permanently on to you. It is no longer just an thought, idea or a sentiment - it becomes a part of you and who you are.
Tattooing has been around for thousands of years, marking rites of passage, status, rank, religious and spiritual devotions, fertility, love, punishment, etc etc.
Unfortunately, although they are becoming more mainstream, in the wider community they still aren't that accepted. When thinking of tattoos, placement becomes an important aspect for me, because not only do I want something that flows with the curves of my body, but I want somewhere that can be covered up in corporate clothing.
So despite the fact that I can't see it, or that other people can't see it, this doesn't change the spiritual meaning of it, and the reason why I got it.
