5 Times Under The Needle, And I Finally Have 5 Meaningful Stories Written On My Body | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

5 Times Under The Needle, And I Finally Have 5 Meaningful Stories Written On My Body

Easily my most impulsive tattoos are the arrows on my ribs.

393
Tattoo
Cameron Santangelo

The pieces of art that I have put on my body have cost me an arm and a leg to have done. The hours that I spent inside a tattoo shop were grueling and some of the most painful experiences I've ever had. But honestly, I wouldn't trade any those hours for anything.

Five times, I allowed the artist to create the piece on my skin and literally cause me to bleed. It was worth it to have a significant part of my life put on my body forever. Five times over and I finally want to share these deeper meanings that are incredibly important to my life.

My first and second tattoos reside on my chest and my left wrist. The chest was way more painful honestly, I know, judge me later. On my chest is the word blessed and on my wrist are the words God is greater than the highs and lows. These two hold the same thing, they symbolize my undying and unfailing love for my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

I'm not a perfect person by any means, but when the times get down and the world seems to swallow me whole I look at these and realize my life is in God's hands. He is greater than anything on this earth and I feel blessed to be his child and walk through life with him by my side always.

I have an owl on my back, owls aren't even my favorite animal. Hear me out, this was a very intricate piece and the artist took his time and did an amazing job. The reason for the owl was something not very many people know, but the owl is a symbol for wisdom.

I got this at a time when I was not taking my studies very seriously and really thought college wasn't for me. But, this bird is here now and I won't say it is the reason why I finally got my foolishness together, but hey it was definitely part of it. So, thank you owl for making me feel a little wiser when I'm studying.

Easily my most impulsive tattoos are the arrows on my ribs. This was impulsive, I cannot lie. I thought the look was nice, but I did my research behind it. These four arrows are symbolic of strength. Four arrows are very difficult to break all at once and the power behind it makes me feel like I can go through any wall, tackle things head on, and know that I'm tougher than that you can do it. Was it impulsive? Yes, maybe so but I came to understand the hard lesson of strength and I keep the mindset, no one can break me easily.

I hate to bring the emotion down, but my fifth is one that I have not shared the deeper connection with. When I was a kid my mom got a tattoo on her upper ankle of a rose with my brothers and my initials on the stem. It was amazing to see that my mom would go through the pain to get those letters on her.

As you can probably guess, I also decided to get a rose tattoo. Right on my hip, it was pretty painful but it was amazing to have it. One day I want to get my mom, dad, and brother initials put within the flower. My mom inspired this personal and meaningful artwork. My roses are for my family. Also thank you, mom, for making me remember to keep your family and loved ones close to you.

Do you any of you have tattoos that mean a lot to you? I would love to hear your stories! We can also trade stories about the pain that goes into it as well and what your favorite pieces are.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

117136
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

24474
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

22835
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments