I had a new tattoo done today, it was FARKING sore. Inside of my left wrist. My last one was 12 years ago and either I had forgotten what it was like, or I've become wussier in my old age (highly likely).
I am thrilled with it. I have wanted to do a tattoo symbolising my family for a long time, but I struggled with how to incorporate Ben into the tattoo etc without it being a sad symbolism. I went back and forth with the design for ages, and I am thrilled with the result. Really happy. I showed the twins a picture of it (it is still under a bandage) and they both grinned widely and exclaimed "wow, it is beautiful".
I love it.
(PS its a little red and raised because it had just been done, it will settle nicely within the next few days)
Tattoo done courtesy of Simon at Wildfire. Brilliant, clever guy. Very talented.
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Ouch! You must be crackers!
x
Posted by: Debbie in the UK | 12 May 2011 at 01:56 PM
It really is beautiful!
Posted by: Gina | 12 May 2011 at 02:06 PM
What Gina said.....
Posted by: BiancaW | 12 May 2011 at 02:11 PM
I think it's beautiful and love the way you honored Ben.
Posted by: Allison | 12 May 2011 at 02:30 PM
I LOVE it!! It is gorgeous and I love how Ben is a part of it.
Posted by: Patsi | 12 May 2011 at 02:34 PM
I agree, it is beautiful.
Posted by: Heather | 12 May 2011 at 02:55 PM
You'll be the talk of the PTA!! :)
Posted by: Jenn | 12 May 2011 at 03:02 PM
I have two wrist tattoos and yes they were a little uncomfortable!
yours is awesome!!
Posted by: A Daft Scots Lass | 12 May 2011 at 03:19 PM
It's stunning!
Posted by: NickiD | 12 May 2011 at 03:24 PM
That is absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Kristin | 12 May 2011 at 04:02 PM
I love it!
Posted by: Liz | 12 May 2011 at 04:10 PM
Beautiful! I have one in the same spot and I love how it catches my eye randomly. It's definitely a place where I think the wearer gets the most enjoyment out of their own ink.
Posted by: missie | 12 May 2011 at 04:48 PM
I love it! And there's space for more kids!
:P
Posted by: Angel | 12 May 2011 at 05:11 PM
Very special, love that the B is included.
Posted by: Lindi | 12 May 2011 at 05:48 PM
Yes...it is a great tattoo...but it still makes me a little teary to see the little "B" with a halo...*sniff*
Posted by: sheilah | 12 May 2011 at 07:27 PM
That is so perfect. It makes me want to get one too!
Posted by: Sara | 12 May 2011 at 08:15 PM
You are one tough Mamma! It is lovely. X
Posted by: Suepoo | 12 May 2011 at 09:35 PM
Its very special. And gorg! And it was probably as sore last time but your memory is so shite. WORST person to play remember when with!
Posted by: Sister Mellie | 12 May 2011 at 10:30 PM
I love it! What a beautiful and moving tribute to your family!!
Posted by: Nancy | 13 May 2011 at 02:56 AM
I LOVE it. I plan to get a new tattoo for my upcoming birthday but haven't settled on what, yet. Never thought of the inside of my wrist. Am thinking right shoulder blade, but I love that you can see your wrist. Hmmmm.
Posted by: It Is What It Is | 13 May 2011 at 03:00 AM
This is a really awesome Tattoo. I am Crazy about the Tattoo. I have to done Six tattoo in my Bodies. Three in a left hand, Two in a Right Hand, and one in my back.
Posted by: mahjong | 13 May 2011 at 06:21 AM
Wow. That is truly beautiful! I'm saving up to get a tattoo on my wrist and love that more people are inking themselves here. It's such an intimate and vulnerable part of the body- the fact that you can feel your heart beating there...I love your design!
Posted by: Calliope | 13 May 2011 at 07:40 PM
You did good Tertia. Beautifully meaningful.
Posted by: amy | 14 May 2011 at 04:21 AM
Wow. Just wow. I don't even normally LIKE tattoos, but that one is beautiful for so many reasons.
Posted by: Katherine | 16 May 2011 at 06:04 AM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Mary | 18 May 2011 at 03:43 AM