Amanda Acevedo

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo is a kewpie-style drawing I did myself of my 3-year-old son. It’s super sentimental; he’s wearing the little bear suit he basically lived in his whole first year (I bought it in every size), his bib, and red cheeks to match his rosacea.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

This girl’s made some questionable choices..just kidding. I think it just shows that I’m a little carefree and have taken a few different paths in life. But honestly, everything tells a story.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I grew up in the projects, bouncing between different family members’ couches. When I had my son, I knew I wanted better for us. I worked hard to get us into a two-bedroom with an option to buy. It’s a good price, not exactly cheap, but still out of reach without help. I would use the money to help with the down payment so I can buy the apartment for us. That way, no matter what happens, he will always have a home. He will be secure, and he will have something that’s his.