My tattoo shows the obstacles I overcame to find peace—and reminds me how everything in life is deeply connected.
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Enter For FreeMy newest piece is an absence flower armband on my forearm. It represents the beauty that can emerge from chaos and the strength found in peace. I chose it as a reminder that growth often comes from the most unexpected, even painful, places.
If your ink could speak, what would it say?My grayscale elephant tattoo, spraying vibrant color, represents my inner child. If she could speak, she’d say: “Keep proving them wrong. Make yourself proud. Dream bigger than they say you should—and then go live it.”
What would you do with the $25,000?First, I’d pay off $10K in credit card debt from being a hardworking middle school special education teacher. Then, I’d launch a business to create educational materials designed for NYC middle and high school students—real, relatable content and decor that helps teens feel seen, inspired, and connected to their classrooms.
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