Kia Woodard

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo—a bold ‘1993’ inked along my leg—was inspired by the year that quietly set the course of my life. It’s more than just numbers; it’s a tribute to the roots that ground me, the stories I’ve carried, and the person I’ve grown into. Every glance reminds me of the hopes my family had for me, the challenges I’ve overcome, and the dreams I’m still reaching for. That simple ‘1993’ is my constant promise to hono

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my ink could speak, it would tell you that every line, no matter how random it seems, is a chapter of my story—moments I’ve survived, lessons I’ve learned, and pieces of love I carry with me. It would laugh with me in the sunshine of my triumphs, shed a quiet tear for the scars I bear, and whisper reminders of hope on days I feel lost. Each mark is more than art—it’s a promise to stay true to myself, to keep growing, and to honor every twist and turn that brought

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’d invest $25K in our family’s future—funding education, maybe a dream vacation or hosting tattoo workshops to spark community creativity.