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#28 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 12:32:46 PM(UTC)
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I am well Tattoo'd, have a wife and two kids. My advice to you is if you even have one doubt about getting tattoo'd then don't. Only get it done when you are completely clear on with with yourself. Furthermore, most people who have multiple tattoo's regret their choice on their first one, so seriously consider what you intend getting done.
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#29 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 12:49:31 PM(UTC)
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As a woman I would say do whatever you like, but keep in mind that the lower back is a very common place for tattoos. I think when getting a tattoo it should be at least a little different to what everybody else has, otherwise you are literally branding yourself as a follower - nobody wants that. There is a reason lower back tattoos on women are commonly called 'tramp stamps'! But yeah, if you want to be the same as everyone else whilst trying to be very different, go get inked.
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#31 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 12:51:44 PM(UTC)
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I have about 5 tattoos, my kids are 9 and 14, and they both think the tattoos are very cool. What their friends parents think of them, well I couldn't give a rat's a$$. I wont live my life according to others standards.
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#32 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 12:58:17 PM(UTC)
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Having a Tattoo is a serious thing to consider because it is for life.

1. I do not like Tattoos because as a Christian we believe that it is a disgrace to imprint such things on the temple of God which is your body.

2. A tattoo is permanent and laser is expensive to take the tattoo off one day when you don't want it anymore.

3. Why need a tattoo? Why remind yourself of something hurtful which happend in your life or something great? Your mind will always remind you of what success or trauma you went through.

Good luck in your decision.
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#33 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 1:36:54 PM(UTC)
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A good option in Cape Town is Wildfire Tattoos - there is one in long street and another one at clearwater mall. There is a guy called Marcus who works for them. He's really good.

I am a mom of 2 and have the same number of tattoos. They are kind of fascinated by them but I do get the odd request on whether they can colour themselves in! It just takes a bit of explanation, same reason they can't pierce their ears when they're tiny.

Anyway, it's a good experience. enjoy it.
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#30 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 1:38:25 PM(UTC)
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As a woman I would say do whatever you like, but keep in mind that the lower back is a very common place for tattoos. I think when getting a tattoo it should be at least a little different to what everybody else has, otherwise you are literally branding yourself as a follower - nobody wants that. There is a reason lower back tattoos on women are commonly called 'tramp stamps'! But yeah, if you want to be the same as everyone else whilst trying to be very different, go get inked.


I wasn't even contemplating my lower back but thanks anyway :)
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#34 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 1:52:18 PM(UTC)
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I have many tats, and a son that is four years old. To the idiots that say it is common, i say you are idiots. Yes i am trashy, and if i could lay my hands on you, i'll show you just how trashy i am.

My son loves my tats, and if he ever one day wants his own, i won't stop him.

Only people with very narrow minds see tats as "jailbird" material.
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#15 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 1:53:34 PM(UTC)
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what i am going to say is my own PERSONAL opinion, how I see it. I don't judge other peoples tattoos or people with tattoos so before anyone repsonds and want to bite of my head read this : It is YOUR life and YOUR body and YOUR right to make with it as YOU please. I dont judge YOU and YOUR choices.

Ok, so here is my approach or opinion :

I don't like tattoos, I don't see the worth of them. If you need to ink something under your skin so that you can pettifully remind yourself of some "achievement" to give you strength then you clearly have very low self esteem. You know in your heart what you have done and how, why do you need to "imprint" it on yourself ? You need to show the world what you have done ? Why ?

The other thing is what if you change your mind one day ? Tattoos can be removed but with effort and at great cost, so for most people, once its there its there. Would you want your kids to have tattoos one day when you are 40 but have learnt it sucks, they deteriorate and become "fuzzy" ?

And the last two points of course is what and where on your body. 95% of businesses look at tattoos that are visible with normal work wear is unacceptable.

But if you feel the need to brand yourself with something that means a lot to you and its tasteful, will not affect your work one day and it really really really really really makes you feel better... then its your body and your choice.

And if you are christian (a real one) then you cant...or rather, you shouldnt... as a christian you arent allowed to put ink under you skin. I dont know wjhat other faiths ave to say about it.

good luck and i can see by the way you have asked the question you clearly are a level headed person that thinks things through properly...good approach, keep it that way !

U

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This is a fantastic post thanks! I appreciate that you are open but still firm with your views...

With regards to Christianity... I would view tattoos in the same vein as piercings and here are 2 interesting well researched articles I found regarding Christianity and tattoos.

Should Christians Have Tattoos?
Christianity and Tattoos

I see where you are going with the self esteem thing but I assure you this is not the case... It is more a case of me being incredibly sentimental...
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#35 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 1:54:12 PM(UTC)
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Hello Blurp,

I am a mother of two kids. Daughter is 8 and son is 5. I have two tattoos, both in areas that can be covered if need be. The one is a dolphin that i got prior to either of my children being born. The second one is the SHARKS logo, my rugby team, on my foot. Oh and I am not common.
Both my kids think that my tattoos are cool, and sometimes make me remove my shoes so that people can see it!

I say go for it... your kids will only know you that way and will love you cos you are their MOM!! With or without tattoos.
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#36 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:01:14 PM(UTC)
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As a parent of 2 boys and 1 girl, I have often thought what my children would think or say - in fact they think the tattoos are seriously cool. I have had my 2 tattoos for many years and even some of my closest friends did not know until recently that I had tattoos. Personally I do not believe we should judge people with them - if your kid asks - tell them why you got them. if they want one themselves - they can wait until they are 21...
And just for the record - I am middle aged, very successful in business and the proud owner of two tattoos
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#37 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:02:24 PM(UTC)
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Speak to the hand Think carefully before you get one, society labels a person who has a tatoo. But more importantly, tatoos are fashion trends which comes and goes, it might be cool today but tomorrow guess what...gone. My wife has a tatoo and she is sorry she has the tatoo, my daughter is almost 9 and my wife today wish she never made this bad choice, and she tries and hide it. But again the choice is yours, its your body..
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#38 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:13:46 PM(UTC)
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Hi,

The mere fact that you ask the question shows that you are currently uncomfortable with the message that a tattoo sends out to kids. I think you are uncomfortable just imagining you have to show your tattoo to your future parents in law and kids someday and have to explain why you did it.

Don't do it. You are going to regret it once the adrenalin high wears off.
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#39 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:26:22 PM(UTC)
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d'oh! Now imagine yourself 40 years from now with that same tatoo.....................hmmmmm, not such a nice thought.
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#40 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:42:50 PM(UTC)
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well you dont put a bumper sticker on a rolls, but look an old mini or the vollatjie. man it suits it down to the 'V'. so really it depends how you see yourself really. me personally, i'm a real old rolls myself
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#41 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:47:36 PM(UTC)
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Just hang the certificate on the wall and look at it every now and then. Not as common as the tattoo!
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#42 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 2:59:18 PM(UTC)
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I'm 26 and just got my first, last and only tattoo a few months ago. It's completely hidden and is incredibly personal to me. My husband also has a tattoo and we're trying for our first child.
Just because you're going to be a parent some day doesn't mean that you give up who you are. Whether it's a tattoo or a piercing, it doesn't change who you are or determine what kind of parent you'll be.
For those who say tattoos are "common", you'd be surprised to find out how many doctors, lawyers, multi-millionaire entrepreneurs and business executives have a tattoo somewhere. It's not a measure of class or stature - it's a personal thing. And whether or not someone gets inked for show or keeps it hidden for whatever reason, it doesn't define them or their socio-economic standing.
If you want to get a tattoo to commemorate your achievements, go for it!
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#43 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 3:02:57 PM(UTC)
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2 words - TRAMP STAMP.

If you crave a tattoo - whether you are a CEO, A mid-level manager or sailor - it makes you totally common. A previous poster said you get common people without tattoo's - which is possible - but just because they don't currently have one - don't mean they don't desire one. It is the mark of the peasant...

If you have a tattoo you are a commoner - a peasant. Peasant's are not aware they are peasants - and so only people like me - who are at a higher social level - are able to judge you - since you are a lower level down on evolution.

Truths hurts like a beatch - but not as bad as a getting a tat.
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#45 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 3:08:59 PM(UTC)
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My opinion is not around the idea that a tat makes you common or not and believe it remains your choice.

Personally I see a tat in the same light as grafitti with the only difference that you can repaint a wall but need to "cut out" "laser burn" the tat to remove it and then you still sit with some degree of scarring. Perhaps getting a tat should be considered the same as getting married .... a life long commitment ... with the difference that in this case of a tat, divorce is impossible.

Lastly I believe the human body is the most beautiful creation there is so why mess it up with man made drawings
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#46 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 3:09:38 PM(UTC)
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Getting a tattoo is a personal choice and should always be a personal choice!
The choice can vary from something extremely meaningful or to 'Hey I feel like getting a tattoo today'!
Another thing that really grates my ---- are the people that always have to bring religion into the mix. so just to shut you up, do have have any body piercings? If you do then you have destroyed your 'temple'!! I have seen that some Christians are some of the biggest hypocrites out there, always bringing the holier than thou attitude - but watch those ppl they will be breaking at least one of the ten commandments regularly on a daily basis. Did the person posting the question ask anything about tattoos and religion? No! So just answer the question posted!!

My answers are…

1 – My children are fine with me having tattoos.
2 – I don’t really care what other parents think of my tattoos but I must say that I have never had a problem with any other parents.
3 – Yes, I would allow my children to have tattoos. I have told them they can get a tattoo when they are 18 and can afford to get the tattoo themselves (exactly the way I got mine).
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#47 Posted : Monday, August 30, 2010 3:14:50 PM(UTC)
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only one place in CT to go to! Wildfire Tattoos in Upper Long Street. 021 424 0877. see if you can get Manuella to do it, she is excellent.
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