TATTOOED MOM GREETS CURIOUS STARES WITH A FRIENDLY SMILE
DEAR CR-ABBY:
I read the letter from "Future Skin Artist, Port Huron, Mich." (Aug. 7), the 18-year-old male who wants to be a tattoo and piercing artist and who sports 20 piercings and a tattoo. He was complaining about the stares and cruel remarks he got from people.
I am a devoted 33-year-old mom of an 8-year-old son. I have a degree in computer forensics, a successful career, 34 piercings and 20 tattoos.
I started by getting my tongue and eyebrow pierced when I was 18. I have had to deal with all the same issues, and it used to frustrate me. Over the years, I have learned a few things about dealing with people.
Most people are not trying to be rude or offensive -- they're just curious. It is essential to not be rude to them, but to smile and answer, "Of course it hurt, but it's not so bad."
I worked with a lady who was shocked when she saw me with my jewelry in. She said she could not believe that a nice person like me could have "those ugly things that criminals wear." After a discussion, she told me that she realized her stereotypes were wrong and would never judge a person that way again. It was one of the proudest days of my life.
I am a devoted 33-year-old mom of an 8-year-old son. I have a degree in computer forensics, a successful career, 34 piercings and 20 tattoos.
I started by getting my tongue and eyebrow pierced when I was 18. I have had to deal with all the same issues, and it used to frustrate me. Over the years, I have learned a few things about dealing with people.
Most people are not trying to be rude or offensive -- they're just curious. It is essential to not be rude to them, but to smile and answer, "Of course it hurt, but it's not so bad."
I worked with a lady who was shocked when she saw me with my jewelry in. She said she could not believe that a nice person like me could have "those ugly things that criminals wear." After a discussion, she told me that she realized her stereotypes were wrong and would never judge a person that way again. It was one of the proudest days of my life.
-- GINGER IN MARYLAND
Dear Ginger in Mary Ann Land,
Me think thou doest protest too much...
"I'm a dedicated mom, hold a degree, great job yadayaydayada..."
I suppose your nonviolent philosophy should be applauded...let's call it the "turn the other cheek" program (forgive the pun).
Anyway, so your tattoo is art and simply your version of self-expression...right?
Cr-Abby has a little question for you...
Cr-Abby has a little question for you...
Is there another work of art hanging in your home that you love so much that you want it in the same place, looking the same way for the rest of your life?
***Oh and then think about how the image might morph as father time and gravity take their toll.
***Oh and then think about how the image might morph as father time and gravity take their toll.
Even If I owned the Mona Lisa, I don't think I'd want it in my face everyday 24/7...but hey knock yourself out
PS; When men eat they rarely want to munch metal...just a thought!
Just Joking, tat a way...aint no skin off my nose (or anywhere else)...
Just Joking, tat a way...aint no skin off my nose (or anywhere else)...
Cr-Abby
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