Joshua barela

My most recent tattoo is a set of Tetris warrior marks on my face. They represent the constant battle of life—how we have to adapt, shift, and survive like a Tetris game, making the best out of whatever pieces fall our way. They’re a symbol of my strength and resilience. I also have an Om symbol, a Sagittarius arrow, and a moon tattoo. Each one holds personal meaning: the Om connects me to inner peace and spiritual grounding; the Sagittarius arrow speaks to my drive, freedom, and aim

If my ink could speak, it would say, “I’ve been through battles you’ll never see, and I wear them proudly.” The Tetris warrior marks would whisper, “He never gave up—he learned to adapt, even when the pieces didn’t fit.” The Om would hum with calm, reminding me to breathe through the chaos. The Sagittarius arrow would shout, “Keep moving forward,aim high, stay wild.” And the moon would softly say, “Feel it all, grow through it, an

If I won $25,000, I’d use it as a down payment on a forever home for my kids—a place where they can feel safe, loved, and always come back to. Stability means everything to me as a father. I’d also invest in my tattoo business, expanding it so I can create more opportunities, not just for myself, but for them. I want to show my kids that hard work, passion, and dedication can build a better future—brick by brick, just like I’m doing now.