I want a tattoo...

[lightningandsnow]

Some of you might remember this OP I posted over a year ago: http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=105x7567714

Well, I've decided that, despite my fear of needles, I want a butterfly tattoo, done sometime in the next couple years or so.

I've been self-harm free for almost 9 months now and am finally dealing with the anxiety disorder I've had my whole life. This butterfly will represent my transformation. Cheesy, I guess, but it means a lot.

Now...I just have to find a good design! Luckily, I've got time...I will be waiting a bit to see if this is what I really want, it being permanent and all.

What say you, DU? :hi:

"He's yelling about my tattoos,
We all live with the scars we choose,
They might hurt like hell, but they all make us stronger..."
--Sugarland

[Orsino]

1. I'd never been impressed by anyone's stated reasons for getting tattooed...

...until I read yours. I like the idea. :thumbsup:

Congratulations on your emergence from the chrysalis. Fly free!

[HopeHoops]

3. 13th anniversary gift to my wife - her personal icon in a private location.

That's more permanent than a ring.

[lightningandsnow]

4. Thank you!

:)

[HopeHoops]

2. I got my one and only in the soft spot just below the waist line, off to one side.

The artist had really great bedside manner...

"Dude, that's like the most sensitive spot. Oh dude, man. DOOOOOOoood. Aw man. Okay, just relax."

Yeah, it hurt like hell.

[lightningandsnow]

5. Ouch!

I bet it looks cool, though. :hi:

[ThomCat]

6. I hope you find a butterfly you really love.

And I hope you stay self-harm free forever. :hug:

I think that's a damned good reason to get a tattoo. I hope you'll post a picture when you get it. :loveya:

[lightningandsnow]

7. Thanks so much for your support.

:hug:

And when I get it (assuming I don't chicken out), I will post a photo for sure! :hi: