Iesha McNair

My ink tells my story of losing my mom at age 10, my Nana raising my brothers and me, being a 2x cancer survivor, and finding my true love!

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What inspired your most recent tattoo?

The unalome traces my life’s path: from birth through the loss of my mom at ten, a bone‑cancer diagnosis at fourteen, countless surgeries, a second cancer diagnosis and leg amputation. Each twist and turn grief, pain, healing shaped me. Now, I sit enlightened and focused, knowing what I need for peace and ease. This symbol reminds me that growth isn’t linear but beautiful, that my journey’s magic lies in every lesson learned. It’s a tribute to everything I’ve endure

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my tattoos could speak, they’d tell of pain and joy, of the love I hold for myself, my mom, my grandmother, my two brothers, and the love of my life. They’d whisper that I’ve survived every challenge, reminding me to keep going and never give up. My skull and roses ink brings daily happiness, symbolizing the beauty I find in strength, love, and resilience. It would simply say: She is unbreakable!

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’m an amputee in a wheelchair from bone cancer living in NYC. I’ve always feared the unsafe, overcrowded subway. Going into a new career as a funeral director racing across 5 boroughs picking up the deceased, filing documents, arranging services. I need reliability and speed. An accessible van costs over $35K once converted. With $25K, I’d cover most of the purchase and conversion, reclaiming my independence and peace of mind. A gift of security and freedom for me!

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