My ink tells stories from , my dad passing , me being addicted to drugs , being sober now for almost 8yrs . Heartbreak. Standing alone
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The most recent tattoo that has inspired me is the owl on my throat . It stands for being strong , standing alone . Not being scared of the darkest days and absolutely hitting rock bottom and picking up all the pieces to rebuild myself up. It watches over me . Protection and feeling alive again.
If your ink could speak, what would it say?They would tell you , I’ve been thru the very worst. I’ve struggled’ seeing me almost give up on life nd ending it all. Crying on my knees for better days . They would tell you how crazy nd wild I was when I was addicted to drugs . I’ve seen very bad things right before my eyes nd acted like it never happened. They would tell you stories about all the scares but yet, the ink makes me look beautiful nd put together as they cover up all the evil, loss , pain nd addiction th
What would you do with the $25,000?I would definitely surprise my mother . Talking about her makes me cry. I wouldn’t be where I am today , I wouldn’t be nothing without her nd I wouldn’t have never came this far if it wasn’t for her . I owe her my life . The entire world gave up on me nd that’s okay. Because while it was me against all evil . My mother was there by my side nd I wasn’t scared of anything . She is my super hero nd I wouldn’t die for her . I love you mom !
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