Each flower on my arm represents a member of my family, it’s a subtle but meaningful tribute to the people who’ve shaped my life.
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Learn MoreI got an angel wing with the words “Trust the Journey” after my son was in the hospital. It was a hard time, and those words came from a bracelet my best friend gave me to remind me to stay strong and have faith. The tattoo honors that moment, my son’s strength, and the love and support that helped me through. It’s a daily reminder to trust life’s path, even when it’s tough. God is good.
If your ink could speak, what would it say?I care deeply. The sleeve on my right arm are birth flowers for my entire family, starting with my little brother, to my parents and my kids. The flowers on my leg are from a small tree that grew in the front yard of my childhood home.
What would you do with the $25,000?Honestly, that money would help my family pay off debt from medical bills. It would be a weight lifted off our shoulders.
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