This image here, is of my first tattoo I got, in remembrance of my mom.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Class Topic from Chapter 1: Tattoos
According to a recent poll conducted by Pew Research Center, 36% of 18 to 25 years and 40% of 26 to 40 years have at least one tattoo. So since more and more people are getting tattoos, I think it's important for people to become more acceptable of allowing employees to have tattoos because it is apart of that person and you can't change that. They shouldn't judge someone because they have tattoos, they don't know the true, significant meaning behind a person's tattoo. For example, I know people who have gotten tattoos as a symbol of a loved one they have lost or a symbol of a mile stone they have overcome. It may not make sense to you at first, but I guarantee if you asked them they true story behind their tattoo, you will understand, not only the meaning of the tattoo, but the person with the tattoo. It's like when John Reid said in Joshua Suaverdez article Opposing Viewpoints: Tattoos Express Personal Relevance" It is important to know that it is the person that makes the tattoo, not
the tattoo that makes the person. Tattoos do not change someone’s
personality." I would have to agree 100% with that quote because tattoos are a way a person can express themselves not a tattoo making a person who they are. Yes, tattoos are apart of a person and always will be. A person can be themselves with or without a tattoo, it's the person's choice whether or not they want to express themselves by getting tattoos. Some people rather get piercings or dye their hair extreme colors, while others rather have a tattoo. Like I said before it's a person's choice and when you first meet a person, you might not understand why they express themselves with tattoos, but if you give them a chance to explain or get to know them, then you'll understand the tattoo and that person. So think before you judge someone with a tattoo because you may be surprise by the meaning of their tattoo.
This image here, is of my first tattoo I got, in remembrance of my mom.
My mom and I were very close and when she passed away, I became very
lost. She was such a great person and I wanted something to signify our
relationship. The butterfly represents something we both loved, the
tribal band that goes all the way around my arm represents my heritage
(well part of my heritage), and the heart on the other side of my arm
(which you can't see in the picture) represents the forever lasting love
that a mother and daughter have
This image here, is of my first tattoo I got, in remembrance of my mom.
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I really enjoyed reading this post, and I like how you showed your tattoo and explained its deep emotional representation. I also agree with the quote "It is important to know that it is the person that makes the tattoo, not the tattoo that makes the person. Tattoos do not change someone’s personality." and I think this relates to the old saying "never judge a book by its cover" everyone has a reason to get there tattoo and there is some sort of connection.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you! And that's why I like to ask people about their tattoos. It's really intriging to hear people's meanings behind their tattoos.
ReplyDeleteThis post was not only interesting taking advantage of poll data and quotes, but also extremely powerful. This makes me want to go and ask people about the the stories behind their tattoos. A well written piece for sure, but it became more with your personal connection to it.
ReplyDeleteI really liked this post, we definitely need more people like you in this world, you don't judge people based on their appearances and this shows that you are a good person and I really like your tattoo, it's really pretty.
ReplyDeleteYou should be proud that you chose a tattoo that means something to you. Something that will be on your skin forever is something that should make you remember why you got it every time you look at it.
ReplyDeleteI really like the reasoning for your tattoo. I have no tattoo's but if I were to get one this would definitely be a reason to get one.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone. I try to always connect what we learn in class to my own personal connections. I think it's important to do that because you can learn more about something in class and more about yourself. And sometimes you better understand yourself or someone else after learning something in class. I think we all should try to do that, if we do it would benefit us in the long run.
ReplyDeleteGabby--you should be really proud that your post generated so much feedback and so many comments. You touched people. That's what writing does, at its best. That's what this whole blog assignment is all about-the exchange of ideas between writers and student scholars! Well done.
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
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