Jess varela

My newest tattoo is a lion on my thigh. As a Leo, it naturally connects with who I am, but it goes deeper than astrology. The lion represents strength, courage, and protection—qualities I try to carry in my heart. It’s designed with an Aztec style to honor my roots and the powerful energy of my ancestors. I like to believe we’ve lived past lives, and maybe I was an Aztec goddess once. It’s a reminder to walk with pride, stay fierce, and never forget where I come from.

Every tattoo I have carries meaning. I don’t get ink just to have it—I get pieces that reflect who I am, what I’ve been through, or what I’m striving for. My leg sleeve has the Nike sign at the bottom because I try to live by that—just do it. No excuses, just keep going. The butterflies on my right arm are a symbol of freedom and growth. In a world that can feel heavy and chaotic, they remind me to stay light, to keep evolving, and to believe that change can be beau

I’m currently in school, working toward my degree, and I’ve also recently started my own business focused on real estate development and community impact. This $25,000 would be a life-changing opportunity to invest on what I’ve already started, and more importantly, to help others along the way. Right now, I help my friend’s with her sister kids after she lost her sister who was also my friend a very tragic event that change our life forever given us more reason to strive