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At the gym getting ready after my workout. I'm putting on my makeup in my jeans and bra. This lady rolls in with her 6 year old daughter. This little girl looks at my tattoos and says directly to me "Mommy says tattoos are stupid and so are the people who get them."

I gently kneel in front of her and say "Your Mommy is closed minded and judgmental. You should always try to be kind to people and not jump to conclusions about people you don't know." Lady is horrified. Grabs child and leaves. Kid loved it..she smiled and waved goodbye to me.

Google for the win! @marley mission (Plus, I was too lazy to type it out.)

Ooo...Grez next week? Exciting! Do you have any room left? :) @suburbanxcore And 100% agree that he's on the Top Human's List.

21 hours ago, pidjones said:

No, no! The tattoo! The article is very interesting, and I'm working my way through its pages. The tattoo is poorly executed, and his correction was to make dark background to try and cover blown lines. To laser it would take thousands and many years that I don't have, so I've tried unsuccessfully to make peace with it.

Whew. :) I have one of those tattoos as well. Annoying but it is what it is. I truly thought my artist would have executed it so.much.better,

@Wedge And he's a good egg, too boot. I love going to the LES...so much good food and things to do. I have a pre-tattoo ritual when I go to the LES. Always go to Russ and Daughters for breakfast before my appointments!

You already said it - talk to your artist! Also, she may travel to various conventions so that can be an option for you, too. @Tofer It's all about communication and setting expectations. Good luck!

Oh, snap. You're not at peace with the tattoo or the article? Forgive me if I offended you. Ugh. @pidjones

At least someone didn't use the term groupie! I *hate* that term. I prefer super fan. Just because I see a lot of shows doesn't mean that I'm a groupie which for me has a negative connotation. For me, the term collector doesn't have that sort of negative connotation (or didn't until this thread).

@Wedge Very lovely. ♥️ Grez was a perfect choice to make your tattoo.

Gunner likes donuts. We have a local donut shop that makes doggie donuts which are a basic cake donut drizzled with peanut butter and topped with a Milk Bone.

Well done, @Dan Sometimes, I bring chocolates (wrapped, of course) for the crew. You are right about it making a difference. Enjoy your vacation!

Enjoy.  http://tattoopoo.tumblr.com/  Not everything posted is bad but sweet baby beans, there are some trainwrecks!

I'm with the rest of the crew...your bra isn't going to damage the tattoo but I'll say that make sure you're wearing a properly fitted bra. I wear super soft sided bra's since any bra goes directly over/on my tattoo's. More for aesthetics, comfort and I get contact dermatitis when it's hot.

Wow, looks great! I get contact dermatitis occasionally, too. I got a little freaky over a "bump" that showed up on my back. Of course, I couldn't SEE it since it was on my back. I had to force myself not to pick at it or check to see if it was still there every 5 minutes. It eventually resolved itself after several weeks. No biggie. Just time.

Wow, looks great! I get contact dermatitis occasionally, too. I got a little freaky over a "bump" that showed up on my back. Of course, I couldn't SEE it since it was on my back. I had to force myself not to pick at it or check to see if it was still there every 5 minutes. It eventually resolved itself after several weeks. No biggie. Just time.

Gearing up for a busy month of May! Between the yard work (see above) and some travel, it should be a great month. Heading up to Toronto next weekend for EODM then Punk Rock Bowling at the end of the month. Is anyone here planning on PRB this year?

Gearing up for a busy month of May! Between the yard work (see above) and some travel, it should be a great month. Heading up to Toronto next weekend for EODM then Punk Rock Bowling at the end of the month. Is anyone here planning on PRB this year?

If you don't have big boobs or need support, these are amazing: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/nordstrom-lingerie-seamless-push-up-nu-bra/3720047?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=MOCHA 

I call them my boobicles! They are great because you still have *something* on if you have to work and/or go out in public. A little tricky to get the hang of putting them on correctly (read the review) but I'm a total fan.

I travel for all of mine. It's expensive and adds to the length of time to complete but totally worth it.

I travel for all of mine. It's expensive and adds to the length of time to complete but totally worth it.

Well done! Thanks for making the investments in the site.  Cheers!

I know, right? I'm on his waitlist and patiently waiting!

@Lance I adore your new pieces!

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I know, right? I'm on his waitlist and patiently waiting!

@Lance I adore your new pieces!

Oh, snap. You're right...if you want to have fun at the beach, the timing isn't right. I just passed on the Lost Highway Festival since I can't afford to do both the festival and Pagoda. Damn it! The lineup at Lost Highway is killing me. I really wanted to go but you know it's s function of time and $$!

Agreed! They are working up a piece that will fill all the space on my back down to my butt with botanicals representing the four seasons.

Henning will not be at Pagoda...I have an apt with him in October when he's stateside. I'm stoked!!!

Just booked my room for the weekend. I didn't get an apt with Valerie (you lucky dog) but working on getting Hendrick's confirmed. I'll be starting on a collaborative piece with Grez/Rubendall/Henning that weekend!