Ink maps my soul, family and pet roots, storms of the mind, love’s wreckage, and the sea’s call with a pirate’s fire burning beneath it all.
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My dog, clad in armor, bearing a sword forged from love and quiet strength. he fought the monsters within when I couldn’t lift my own sword. He didn’t just stay, he saved me. Done by Jose Contreras A woman, burning castle, and a dragon, this shows my tendency to fight battles that aren’t mine, especially in love. I’ve often tried to save others while losing myself. It’s a reminder that I’m not responsible for fixing what was never mine to carry. Done by Cam
If your ink could speak, what would it say?Each one tells a story of resilience, and love. They honor the unbreakable bond I share with my family and pets, whose strength has carried me through life’s darkest storms. Etched into my skin are symbols of battles fought against depression, and the scars left by abusive relationships, reminders that I survived. My love for water and the wild, rebellious spirit of pirates flows through my ink, reflecting my deep connection to freedom, strength, and the power of self discovery.
What would you do with the $25,000?First thing I’ll do is help my family, specially my mom with her finances, take my lil brother to Disneyland, donate a little bit to animal care and mental health foundations, start my leg sleeve and invest in education for tattooing and a camera. Hopefully it would be enough, otherwise it would only go to my family.
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