I've had a tattoo for a few months now and these are just a few of the things I've heard while having it. No, my tattoo isn't big or showy but it has a very special meaning to me. You should not judge someone because they have tattoos even if it's just one.
Please keep in mind that we are humans with emotions and you degrading us for having tattoos is very hurtful and is not appreciated.
1. "Did it hurt?"
No, having a needle repeatedly stabbed into my skin doesn't hurt at all.
It truly depends on the person and their pain tolerance. I personally only felt pain in a few places.
2. "How does your mom feel about it?"
Considering my mother and I have the same tattoo and she was there when I got it, she doesn't care.
3. "If you're a Christian, why'd you get a tattoo?"
Because I can. God doesn't condemn you for having tattoos. It was in memory of my father. Please. Stop. Judging. Me.
4. "You'll never get a job with tattoos."
The tattoo I have and future tattoos I plan to have are all in places that can be easily covered and hidden for that specific purpose.
5. "It's so tacky."
No, it isn't tacky. MY tattoo was MY choice. Like I said above, it was in memory of my father. I didn't get it to please you.
A few others that were not mentioned but are still valid are:
"It was a waste of money."
"You should've reconsidered placement, design, size, etc."
"You really want more?"
"No offense, but it looks bad."
