Tattoos

I've fancied a little discreet one for some time, but my late DH hated them and had a fit. I suppose I could please myself now..... Don't know what to have though. It would have to be where no-one (except me) could see it.

Well, that set the cat among the pigeons!! I kind of agree with all of your points of view.... and I have no idea why I'm thinking of getting one( for a significant birthday), but I remember thinking "good on her", when Judy Dench got one at the age of 80! I hate pain, and am notorious for changing my mind about things so it doesn't bode well . I think it would have to be on the inside of my wrist if anywhere.
My poor mother would be throwing her hands up in horror at the very suggestion. Thanks for all your input!

I promised myself one when I reached 60 then when I reached 65 and am now wondering if I dare finally do the deed when I reach the grand old age of 70. Really hate to see pretty young girls with huge t's all over their backs and shoulders and even worse when wearing a bridal gown BUT do have a hankering for a very small discreet one where the sun doesn't shine.

Yes, it is, grannyinmypocket. Sadly, that’s what some people do.

If you were to get a tattoo (very small, very discreet) what would it be and where would you put it? was the original post.

So many judgmental people, not just on here but on the internet in general. Why not just answer the question or button it?

When our GD (then 18) seemed keen on the idea my DD said to her 'think about it, would you want the same handbag for the rest of your life?'. Did the trick - GD now 27 and clear.

As I said tongue piercing makes me squeamish, but I don't think the people who have them are seedy, sad, or have a tramp stamp, it's awful to call people names,and yes Mapleleaf people don't have to like them, everyone is entitled to a point of view,but judging people is by their style and individuality is cruel,

I personally would not have a tattoo,my D's does have them on both forearms,Dd does not and says never will. I went to a wedding recently and the bride looked beautiful.in a stunning sleeveless dress,but on one arm was a mass of blue ink tatoos,which somehow marred the over all effect and made her look common ,I know it was her choice etc,. I wonder what she would think of the photos in 20hrs time...perhaps airbrush them out!

Thank you for that grannyinmypocket. I really want a dragonfly on my shoulder. It’d hardly ever be seen - and only with difficulty by me! I just always wanted one. But I don’t have the courage!

Some one posted when they see these adornments she thinks the wearer's sad needs to get a life! I don't mean everyone on here needs to get a life, but if one can presume someone who has at tattoo needs to get a life, it's a bit ridiculous! Dame Judy Dench has a tattoo on her wrist, it was a 82nd birthday present from her daughter, poor sad Judy, she needs to get a life,

Harsh vbennettuk

I had a butterfly on the inside of my right wrist as my 60th birthday madness. I love it.

Like most posters, they are not for me (someone else's drawing on my body - yuk) but in answer to your question, I'd have my DCs names in a laurel wreath shape. Somewhere I can see it but not inflict it on anyone else, maybe the front shoulder. Then I'd probably want DGCs names there too ... and what about DPs and OH? Maybe not! Otherwise I like the sound of the bumble bee.

I think, grannyinmypocket that most posters here have said that they either like tattoos or they don’t, giving their reasons. I don’t think that constitutes people having closed minds if they say they dislike them and say why they dislike them. It is up to individuals whether they have tattoos or not, but that doesn’t mean that posters have to be in agreement over their feelings about tattoos. You are quite right in saying that people have different tastes and that some tattoos hold special meaning to the wearer. However, not everyone likes tattoos, and it’s a fact that over time, many fade, skin wrinkles and perhaps then they don’t look quite as appealing as they once did. That said, people who have them are probably well aware of that, and if they choose to have them, fine. They are just not to everyone’s taste and I think it’s ok to say that without being accused of not having a life for saying so.

Well said Afeica33?

Thank you Blinko!

I also had a tattoo removed and in my opinion, the pain of laser treatment would be on par with childbirth, so I thought long and hard before getting it done!!

I still love it as much as when I first had it done.

I used to work in a profession where no visible tattoos were allowed but I certainly wouldn't judge anyone based on whether they had tattoos or not.

Those saying they are 'common' or 'stamp tramps' are shallow and compartmentalising people based on largely untrue portrayals.

Horses for courses

Not too keen on too many tattoos but I wanted a tiny mouse on the inside of my wrist. Unfortunately, I bruise so badly that it would end up as a big purple blob. Not a good look!?

I'm off Gransnet, it seems to have alot of closed minds, and looking down on people, instead of calling people sad ,get a life people get on with your own life, and live and let live, everybody has different taste,and some tattooes have sentimental meanings,

Yes how very dare people with not much money spend it on things others don't like, what ever happened to "never judge a book by its cover"

I’ve been tempted. Just a small one that has meaning. Haven’t quite got brave enough yet.

Inside of my wrist with my sons d.o.b and date of his death with a tiny flower.

Denil963 I apologise if my comments cause you hurt. Maybe not to every ones taste but the ashes of my loved ones have been saved and will be interred with me when the time comes.

Whenever I see these 'adornments 'the first thing that comes to mind, what a sad need to get a life person I am, and as we are allegedly living longer and more women subjecting themselves to not just one but quite a few tattoos, is of a lady of ninety maybe a hundred with more pictures on her body, , than are hanging on the walls of the Tate.

I have 3. One lower back of a dove with 4 red roses symbolising 4 miscarriage's, one on left forearm of an infinity mother face and child, and one on right forearm of a red rose ...... they are personal to me and cannot be removed even in death. They are my story. Why people loathe them is odd, such a strong word.