I remember I wanted a tattoo and when I turned 18 was going to get one, but I forgot about it until I turned 21, the idea of permanently scarring my body for something as important that i got I don't mind at all.
About 12 years ago I got my first dog, the only thing I loved until he died because he didn't judge me, he basically kept me sane until the day he died, the 26th of this month would be the 5th year hes been gone.
I can't explain how much he meant to me, so I got a tattoo of a picture of him, not as a puppy, as he looked a year before he died.
Getting the actual tattoo done didn't hurt me at all, it kind of felt good, this is actually my second tattoo, the first one is on my back and it didnt hurt as bad as i thought it would.
Now I have dedicated a piece of my flesh for something that is very clsoe to my heart and he will always be with me, ever since he died I wanted a memory to keep with me but his old collar hanging on my door knob wasn't enough, i wanted something more permanent, so i did in my eyes the ultimate sacrifice i can do to myself for the one i loved so much.
I will only get tattoos that mean something to me, no useless tribal arm bands or sleeves, something close to the heart, I don't mind the pain at all, so as long as I have room on my body to dedicate another masterpiece I won't think twice about getting one.
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if you want to see the tattoo please ask for pictures seeing that i cant put one on here
A contest entry
- This Flesh is a Tomb. Tattoos. by AshesFromFire.
758 points, ended June 20, 18 entries
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Wow....this was very emotional and I can understand although I have no tattoos. But I know how sweet and nonjudgmental animals can be. I work in a card shop and we sell sympathy cards for pets so I hear constantly how close people feel to them. your story makes a load of sense. thank you for sharing!!
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this was a great story that I believe many will be able to relate to. I was moved by your obvious love and dedication to your pet. I am glad I was able to read this today. A really feel good kinda of writing. thanks for sharing a part of your story. peace and light always in ALL ways, kendal
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Very sweet, indeed.
Hmmmm, well this is one of a kind in my contest so far. I live on a farm, have had dozens of pets, but I've never been so lucky as to be so close to one of them.
I'm always jealous when people tell me they love their pet so much, and at the same time I feel so heartless that I can't extend my love so far.
This is a sweet story and I'm sorry for your loss. At least you still have your dog with you, in memories and permanityly!
Best of luck with everything!
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