It's been a long time coming (seven years, to be exact), but I'm finally getting the tattoo on the back of my left ankle covered. In a different life, I branded myself and now, I liken it to a prison tattoo, simply because it's just shoddy work (though, I did go to a shop to have it done, once upon a time). But, tomorrow at noon, I have an appointment at
Solid State in Bayview with the ever-so-talented Julio, who will be artfully inking me with a beautiful lotus and colorful paisleys. Why a lotus? Lately, I've just been going through various shit and also, anyone who knows me, knows that my past wasn't exactly smooth-sailing. The lotus is the symbol of rebirth, beauty, and enlightenment. And paisleys because I just simply love them. :)
While I am
very excited, I'm also a little apprehensive, because although the original tattoo is only about an 1.5" x 1", it was the most painful tattoo I've had done (I have six). It's right on my achilles tendon. And...this appointment is blocked-off for four hours, so...there may be a few breaks in there. But, I'm a trooper and I handle pain well.
Pictures will be sure to come.
