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Curiosity does not equal Judgment
If you get a tattoo that can be seen by everyone all the time, you're walking around with a conversation topic carved into your body.
Whether you have a pretty sunflower or "no ragrets" inked on you, you shouldn't be shocked or annoyed if people make conversation about it, or, God forbid, compliment you on it. If you don't want folks to ask, cover that shit.
Honestly, I'm really hoping I get some "wrong use of meme" out of this because that would restore my faith in humanity a bit.
Pickl3Rick
"Wrong use of meme"
icookfoodandfightfire
i dont mind people asking about it but i really dont wanna talk to random strangers about my tats.
Necrosemantic
If they don't want to be asked about something in their skin. Don't get it. Coming from someone about to get their first tattoo.
icyvaynes
As long as you at not being a dick about I dont mind if I am asked. Might not explain it cause 1stranger 2in a hurry 3at work.
LordofTheFiggs
Wow what are you a child! Because if your a child maybe.. But please don't think because someone looks different to you its okay to question
nonamejanie
I don't mind people asking but it makes me mad when they snarl their nose like the design should please them.
phukerstone
some of mine are visible. i don't mind if people ask about em. my dreds either. as long as the person asking isn't being a dick.
ChemicalPorpoise
I saw a Muslim family stop and have a nice conversation with two kids with sleeves. They just looked curious and everyone left smiling.
jenigrl85
Honestly I don't notice them anymore so I get majorly confused when people ask what's on my arm/neck/clavicle.
LapisScarab
You're assuming that everyone gets tattoos just for attention, which isn't necessarily true. You're not totally wrong, but overgeneralizing.
LapisScarab
At least that's what I think. It seems rude to think someone should *have* to want your input just because of something they have.
DOOOOOOOOOOOOOM
Asking is fine, coming up to me and grabbing my arm while yelling "OMG LET ME SEE YOUR TATTOOS!" is not fine.
nomis140
I'm all for conversations and questions but when you start touching them that's where it gets fucking annoying and creepy.
fuck123456789
you shouldnt get offended when people dont want to talk to yuou
WhateverIsTrendyRightNow
Exactly. Having something on me that's visible doesn't mean I owe you any of my time because you have eyeballs.
murphyslaw101
I have alot of tattoos and I don't see a problem with questions just don't be offended if they don't want to talk about a certain tattoo 1/2
murphyslaw101
But yeah touching sucks I've had ppl touch me at 5 am in my way to work..or at the bank really anywhere.if you ask it could be different 2/2
murphyslaw101
Oh and to clarify I'm a male that's 5'11 and 195 so I'm not exactly the first person you'd think it happens too..
NeverGonnaVoteYouUpNeverGonnaVoteYouDown
absolutely fair opinion
vikingbucket
I've never cared if someone asked me about my tattoos. I usually find its people who regret the tattoo you ask about who get upset.
OhElleNo
I think this is probably true. Or other people have given them flack and been critical, so they assume others will, too.
vikingbucket
This is very true. I feel even if someone doesnt like my tattoo, thats their opinion. I didnt get it for them, I got it for me.
SFCrawNik
I think people just get tired of people asking about it more than anything. They might have shit to do, or whatever.
kittypoopappledrink
Unless you're using a woman's tattoos to creep on her, then you just cut that shit out.
flarflarf
Disagree. Please mind your own business.
flarflarf
I mean, treat it like shoes. Are you saying something about the tattoo that you wouldnt say about someone's shoes? Then keep your yap shut
megandives
I have lot, and I don't care. I just get tired of hearing did it hurt. Tattoos hurt, people just have varying levels of pain tolerance.
PsyduckIsMyFavoritePokemon
I get that a lot too. I had some ask if it hurt mid tattoo while I was grimacing. I wanted to snap back "no, it feels like it's being (1/2)
PsyduckIsMyFavoritePokemon
Licked on by kittens" (stolen from Friends)
ManiaGamine
People get upset about that? Lol. Silly people. Though in fairness, generally speaking many people don't like strangers chatting them up.
Violuci
I wish someone would come chat me up, but then I get irritated thinking I am boring, and want them to leave. The cycle is terrible. :(
ManiaGamine
You sound fun.
ChloePrice
I think it's fine to ask, just how it is fine to decline explaining the meaning.
BadM0therFucker
The amount of people who get offended when I don't want to explain the meaning is ridiculous.
MrXandHisNewHat
The issue is that A) it's tiresome explaining to literally everyone who sees it and B) I don't know you and I'm not gonna tell you my story.
tatercake
100%. The one on my forearm is obscure, with a story that takes more than 30sec to tell. I'm not gonna repeat myself to every rando stranger
Mypatronusisyourmother
MRW people ask me about my tattoos. Seriously. I get so excited.
OhElleNo
Tell me about your tattoos!
Mypatronusisyourmother
Mypatronusisyourmother
I have a Harry Potter tattoo on my wrist, the phases of the moon on my left foot, and the planets on my right foot :)
GilderoyPopDropNLockart
What's your Harry Potter tattoo?
Mypatronusisyourmother
Deathly Hallows symbol on my wrist. I eventually want to get a Harry Potter sleeve, but shit's expensive.
OhElleNo
What inspired the moon phases and planets tats? They sound lovely!
Mypatronusisyourmother
I am really into astrophysics and astronomy. I wanted to get tattoos that shared that love with everyone else :)
ninjakath
I have the deathly hallows tattooed on my wrist! Both my Mom and sis, almost have the same one. Harry Potter 4 lyfe :D
Mypatronusisyourmother
That's what I have too!
XanaxWarriorPrincess
I just got one on my arm, but no one has commented on it. :(
GilderoyPopDropNLockart
What is it of?
XanaxWarriorPrincess
An Alphonse Mucha Poppy. Or the tattoo artist's interpretation of it.
GilderoyPopDropNLockart
Interesting
screamingwinemaker
Post a pic please =) I'd love to see it!
XanaxWarriorPrincess
This is right after I got it touched up today. Once it healed, the red was a bit patchy. /a/gIcLj
GilderoyPopDropNLockart
Very cool
BrokynSaint
One woman told me I was going to hell for my tattoos, and that I'm a horrible mom. I don't mind conversation/questions, but don't be a dick.
SFCrawNik
Well having Satan is our savior tatted around your neck isn't going to make religious nuts act normal, that's for sure.
shedooooooooo
My friend got a tat of a fantasy world she drew. Looks like a brain. Strangers see it and scream "BRAINS." She hates it, it makes me lol.
Cblahblah
If you get enough, moms become less confrontational and just tell their children you're the devil.
BrokynSaint
more tattoos!!!
Thatradarguy
Maybe that's why she's mad, because she has a dick
BrokynSaint
Possible.. I do not think I would be happy if I had a dick..
wndrngnwndrlnd
I've got tattoos and piercings, was told I was going to hell
Recovery25
Except your not. Doubt she knows anything about her religion besides what someone told her.
BrokynSaint
Perhaps not.
StonerCatJay
Yeah, never heard of anyone getting upset when asked about/complemented on their tats, as long as the askers aren't rude.
somethingslightlyfunnythatmightmakeyouchuckle
As an atheist, I love when people bring hell or heaven in regards to myself. So much fun to see their outrageous faces when I laugh out loud
Howdoilife
Yeah some people seem to feel that talking about your tattoos is an opening to tell you everything they think is wrong with tattoos.
ILosePenCapsLockJawBone
I once heard "someone needs to pray for you and your children" because of my ink. crazy how people are. My kids see a mother not a "freak"
Phayzzer
Ask away but don't be a horrible person when you do. 1 women told me that I was disgusting how I mutilate my body. I have a peony on my arm
somethingslightlyfunnythatmightmakeyouchuckle
Perfect response would be: "I'm sorry it makes you feel that way. I'm also disgusted by how you mutilate your mind thinking that way"
Phayzzer
I called her a cunt, I'm a tad more subtle in my approach
MantisToboganMD
I got the whole going to hell spiel too from a woman at work. "If God wanted us to have tattoos and piercings we would've been (1/2)
MantisToboganMD
(2/2) born with them!" Don't personally know God, but I'm sure he's a little pickier about rape and murder than tattoos.
BrokynSaint
Right? I'm of the opinion God just doesn't care as long as we are good to others. Be Kind!!
squatlow17
Well, I'll see you in hell. We can sit and have a bad mom's club. I have lots. I cover when I need to be "professional"
BrokynSaint
I cover when I need to be professional too. Otherwise tshirts and jeans!! I love my job.
iamthedoctorthisismytardis
As a Christian with tats....I'm so sorry .
BrokynSaint
Why? You have nothing to be sorry for. Your religion does not make you rude. She was rude.
iamthedoctorthisismytardis
I know I don't, but stuff like that just pisses me off and a "sorry" is all I have to give, since clearly that lady won't.
BrokynSaint
That's alright, thank you for being angry on my behalf.
bandashee
I don't have any tats. Yet. And people are horrified when I say I want one. It's not like I'm going to tat up my kid with my ideas. Yeesh.
Cblahblah
I would.
crossdressingrabbitridingsassyfathorse
Eh just tell her you'll see there
BrokynSaint
I had my children with me.. so I didn't say anything except telling her to have a good day. My kids don't need an argument.
crossdressingrabbitridingsassyfathorse
Always take the high road in front of the little ones. Good move
BrokynSaint
I try to be the person I hope they will be when they are older.. kindness cost nothing.
crossdressingrabbitridingsassyfathorse
VikingForHire
Ask me about my tattoos if you want but dont mention my necklace of ear lobes.
Krimper
Why? What's wrong with your ear lobes and necklace?
bntli
why whats up with your necklace and ear lobes?
VikingForHire
*Of. And they are trophies taken from people who ask about my tattoos.
bntli
oh phew glad i didnt ask about your tattoos then
CreighCreigh
I don't get mad when people ask, I get mad when people TOUCH me. I have have had numerous people grab my arm and ask to see them. 1/2
CirB
Touching, not to even say grabbing, like that is IMO completely rude. If it's somehow acceptable where you live, you need to move and (1)
CirB
leave the touchy-feely iidjits behind. Finland and it's ten foot personal space habits might work? (2/2)
CreighCreigh
Ugh. Yes. All I want is my personal space.
icyvaynes
Touch not okay. Nope.
CreighCreigh
2/2 it is 100% ok to ask but don't touch! Also, people shouldn't get offended if someone then turns them down. Sometimes I don't have time.
MsOtero
unwanted touch is always rude.
Banda1d
http://m.imgur.com/xZQitlj?r
princeherbert
I can't agree with you more. My biggest pet peeve by far.
ShockandDawwww
Exactly. I have a tattoo from my hip to my ribs. I've had dudes in bars start pulling my shirt up to see more.
CreighCreigh
Ew. Gross! I'm sorry!!!
screamingwinemaker
Whoa. Seriously? I'd stop my friend immediately and escort his inconsiderate ass out! That's fucking rude as fuck. Fuck.
OhyoureTHATJocelyn
Yet it happens ALL THE TIME.
ShockandDawwww
As a lady, I will not hesitate to fish hook you with my pool cue.
MiniMarimbist98
I kinda creeped on your page bedsheet I was curious as to what you tattoo looked like, but I got distracted by cute dog
ShockandDawwww
It's a pin up girl ;-) I do have cute dogs...
Recovery25
I plan on getting two in a month on my forearms. I understand that I will have people asking me about them and I have no problem with it.
ILikedTheirOldStuffBetter
Sounds cool. As a fairly inked up guy myself, though, gotta remind you about how tat location can affect job opportunities.
Cblahblah
The Ol ever lasting job stoppers.
Recovery25
Oh I know. I intend to wear long sleeve shirts if necessary. I have one right now on my right arm that is always covered.
Vergeric
It always makes me happy when someone comments my tattoo, what's the point of having a visible one if you don't want to talk about it.
BeardedNurse
I personally love when people complement my tattoos. It makes me feel good because I know there can be a lot of bad ink done out there.
Sebastan
Cuz it's to get attention, just not your attention.
Optimixto
Unless it's a taco dressed in mexican clothes saying "I don't juan a taco about it."
shedooooooooo
Like a giant brain on her shoulder. Everyone says "oh cool, a brain" and she HATES it. I can't help but laugh though
Beckinpdx
I have a vault girl on my left arm for this very purpose. It's my geek beacon, love talking to people about it.
Lobsterfarts
Conversely, I got my tattoos for ME and therefore don't wish to discuss them with people. But I don't like people in general so..
CleanShavenBeard
100%
shedooooooooo
My friend got a tat of a fantasy world she drew herself thinking she'd get tons of attention for her drawing skills but it looks exactly 1/2
PsyduckIsMyFavoritePokemon
I don't necessarily wanna tell strangers the meaning behind my more personal ones. But I don't shut anyone out. Plus, they're hard to (1/2)
PsyduckIsMyFavoritePokemon
Cover (most are on my legs) when it's hot year round in Florida and I always have shorts on
iamthedoctorthisismytardis
Well, my tats are for me, but I don't get offended if people ask about them. I like explaining them :-)
HornyZebras
Two sides to the same coin, eh? :)
yourebreakingmyballs
I don't get tattoos in general, but I really don't understand how it can be only for yourself and not for others to see. Can you elaborate?
PsyduckIsMyFavoritePokemon
For me, the meaning behind some is very personal and only for me. Everyone can look and enjoy, but I don't share the reasons behind them
iamthedoctorthisismytardis
Because I literally wouldn't care if anyone else even saw or noticed them. They are for me, not anyone else, showing or not.
Tigergurke
I got my first tattoo as a gift for myself for being 1 year self-harm free. That was a huge accomplishment at that time. I have it on my 1/
Tigergurke
inner wrist positioned so I have it the right way up. My tattoo artist wanted to have it the other way around so others can see it better 2/
Tigergurke
but I wanted it this way around, because it was for me. I still like the rare occasions others ask me about it though. 3/3
DontWorryYouCanTrustMe
People often get tattoos as a reminder of impactful events, people, ideas, etc. Like the movie Memento but less overt.
yourebreakingmyballs
If they are personal mementos, which are usually tiny and/or covered up to begin with, then I am completely fine with it.
iamthedoctorthisismytardis
See, but "you're completely fine with it" doesn't even enter into our minds. They aren't for you, so it doesn't matter if you are fine w/it
yourebreakingmyballs
But dont you agree that the clearly visible ones has got to be for others to see?