Teresa Schidecker

What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo is in honor of my mother she loved her garden and the hummingbirds that visited. I had the honor of taking care of her while she transitioned to heaven. I had only lost my son a couple years before and mom helped with my grieving but she also shared many family secrets with me. Some where joyful and happy but many were sad and hurtful. It made me see the world differently not as bad as when I lost my son Matthew but it was devastating to learn how deceitful people can be.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

Each piece of ink is my story and it has changed as I have grown. I have learned the hard way how precious Life is and how important family is. Secrets and negativity destroys lives. Life is short so live it to the fullest. Be kind you never know what someone is going through so be patient and ask questions. Every human is important and deserves love especially YOU. Never let someone change your plan and stay your course even if it means moving forward without them but move forward and love life

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would help increase mental awareness by supporting organizations focused on mental health. i will continue to learn, share resources and advocate for changes about mental health conditions and drug abuse. I've lost two children to mental illness and my baby girl was also addicted to drugs no family should have to go through this, especially alone and I well continue telling our story to help others. If I had one wish answered it would be a peaceful world for our generations to live and thrive