[sandybill2]

Originally Posted by brostholder

My sister got a lovely tattoo of a dove with the word "love" beneath it when she was just 17 years old. Now, 50 years later it is a pteradactyl and underneath it it says "looooooooooooovvvvvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeee"

I certainly agree that we make our own decisions about getting tattoos, etc., and that it is certainly our right to do so---however, I always think about the above--- years later----when gravity and other things set in as we age. I can see the activity posted on the schedule at the local Nursing Home "Game time---Guess what the tattoo "was."

[swimdawg]

Originally Posted by Applepie

I got 3 small buterflies tatooed on my shoulder to mark my 60th birthday. It did not hurt that much. Tatooing has come a long way. It is much safer and easier than in the past. I read that the fastest growing number of first time tatoos was in the 50+ age group.

Must be something about the Big 60 birthday. My brother wanted to know what I wanted for my Big 60 BD....and he almost flipped when I said I'd like a tattoo. But what else would a gal born on St. Pat's Day want but a beautiful tiny SHAMROCK tattoo on my left ankle? The Big 70 is getting closer....what will The Big 70 bring????

[RichieLion]

My wife has one tattoo of a clutch of violets, she created herself, which she got in honor of her mother who died of leukemia at much too young an age. Violets being the unofficial "official symbol" of the disease due to it's supposed cancer fighting properties. Violet was also the name of my beloved mother-in-law.

I'm not a huge fan of women with tattoo's and I won't ever get one for myself, but I think my wife's is beautiful.

[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by sandybill2

I certainly agree that we make our own decisions about getting tattoos, etc., and that it is certainly our right to do so---however, I always think about the above--- years later----when gravity and other things set in as we age. I can see the activity posted on the schedule at the local Nursing Home "Game time---Guess what the tattoo "was."

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[brostholder]

Actually, I young lady I used to work with made the following comment that made me stop and think....she said" the only difference between people with tattoos and people without tattoos is that people with tattoos don't care whether or not you have one"

[cappyjon431]

Originally Posted by brostholder

Actually, I young lady I used to work with made the following comment that made me stop and think....she said" the only difference between people with tattoos and people without tattoos is that people with tattoos don't care whether or not you have one"

I've said that for years.

[tudacee]

Actually, I'm the person Lynn mentioned at the very beginning who had a tattoo on her bucket list. Little did she (or I) know there would be such a big response.

I'm 65 and frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn if by the time I get to a nursing home they make bets on what the heck the tattoo was because it shriveled up on my old body. By that time, I probably won't remember myself, and maybe I'll make a bet on it, too and win a male nurse to give me my night time meds.

Loved reading the pros and cons responses. Still getting it, and I hope that Gracie Girl keeps me on her friend list. Please!

Should never be too old to do what you want...as long as it doesn't hurt someone else. (btw, I hoped to get a small tattoo on my ankle of a moon and stars...I've always asked for the moon and stars all my life, and luckily, I've been blessed to get my wish with having a great life, great husband, great family and friends. )



Donna

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by tudacee

I'm 65 and frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn if by the time I get to a nursing home they make bets on what the heck the tattoo was because it shriveled up on my old body. Should never be too old to do what you want...as long as it doesn't hurt someone else.
Donna

Donna, thanks for the post. I've been wanting a butterfly on my ankle, and you've inspired me with your great attitude!

[tudacee]

Go for it, nothing prettier than a barefoot butterfly, lol....
thanks for the comment.
Donna

[rubicon]

Well I gave up going to the midway at state fairs because there were too many tatoo people . But I can understand why a person would want a tatoo in an inconspicuous place . Not my cup of tea still working on getting my teeth whiter as part of my bucket list

[angiefox10]

Originally Posted by tudacee

Actually, I'm the person Lynn mentioned at the very beginning who had a tattoo on her bucket list. Little did she (or I) know there would be such a big response.

I'm 65 and frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn if by the time I get to a nursing home they make bets on what the heck the tattoo was because it shriveled up on my old body. By that time, I probably won't remember myself, and maybe I'll make a bet on it, too and win a male nurse to give me my night time meds.

Loved reading the pros and cons responses. Still getting it, and I hope that Gracie Girl keeps me on her friend list. Please!

Should never be too old to do what you want...as long as it doesn't hurt someone else. (btw, I hoped to get a small tattoo on my ankle of a moon and stars...I've always asked for the moon and stars all my life, and luckily, I've been blessed to get my wish with having a great life, great husband, great family and friends. )



Donna

Good for you!!!!

[angiefox10]

[angiefox10]

One for you!



I'm on a roll today!!!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by angiefox10

One for you!



I'm on a roll today!!!

Who wouldn't love you Angie Fox??? I do for sure.

[tudacee]

Well, my friend and I had our tattoos done today. Wasn't bad at all...felt like stinging bees, and after the first few seconds, not a problem. I ended up with a sun and yin/yang inside the sun. My friend got a rose. We both love them. Our husbands love them, too. So, mark that off my bucket list. (hmmmm, sky diving next??? nah, I'm afraid of heights).