To tattoo or not?

[cat whisperer 127]

I have four tattoos, all done mindfully to commemorate certain events in my life. I think it is a great idea as it is a meaningful and permanent reminder of something special. One of my tattoos is from overcoming a severe depression. I have "Lux" which is Latin (or Italian) for "light" tattooed in sky blue on my wrist - meaning finding the light, the positive. I now can also relate this tattoo to weight loss.

One thing to make sure of, though - get an artist you are very confident in - that you have seen their portfolio and their shop so you know they are true professionals.

Good luck with your decision!

[laralen02 38]

Well as far as I know you can't donate blood after having a tattoo but I have never heard of not donating after having a band.I live in Australia and am not allowed to donate blood . Is it because I am a drug user' date='promiscuous or something similar? No, it is because I lived in the UK before 1980 and therefore I might be a MAd Cow......................![/quote']

Elcee I am with you! I was in Germany from 1986-1989 and am not allowed to donate for the same reason. Being a nurse, it really bothers me. They said there will not be enough research to overcome this decision within my lifetime