Kari Barber

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo is a sad cowgirl who is crying with a banner that says “cowgirls don’t cry” with the “don’t” crossed out. As someone who was raised in Wyoming, naturally I fall into the cowgirl category. With that, those from Wyoming are just built a little differently (if you know, you know) and this tattoo is a reminder that even the strongest and toughest people, cry and that it’s ok.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

My ink doesn't speak to anyone but myself. My ink is a reminder that there is good and bad in life. Some of my tattoos have meaning and others don’t. It is what makes my journey through life more authentic to myself and the world that is around me.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would put it in my savings. Not only do I have to pay off my graduate degree, I am a mom and being financially stable is incredibly important.