Djuana Rodman

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My last tattoo was a unalome on my inner forearm. It is simple, but it's meaning has so much depth. One simple line has so many twists & turns, just like life. There are parts that are never-ending challenges, but eventually at the end it all straightens out. It truly isn't about the destination, it has everything to do with the journey.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

My memorial tattoo for my son screams volumes! It's an anatomical heart, with his name, D.O.B. & passing date. "Why a real heart" I get asked. I explain about his unexpected passing, & the importance of being an organ donor. 3 peoples lives were changed because of my son. He was their missing piece. (His ashes are actually in the tattoo) Bottom line...Donate Life & make a difference.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000 I would first pay off some bills & pay ahead on bills that I could. Stock the house with necessities...food, household items. A new washer/dryer would be nice. Most importantly, book a trip to see my family. I've not seen 2 of my son's or sister in 10+ years, due to not having funds to do so. They live 1,200 miles away from me. It would mean the world to be able to see them in person, no just face time. It's hard to be so far away from the ones you love.