It s okay, you say. By the time I get old, I won t want to look at my body anyway. I ll just cover it up. I think so many college students get tattoos because it s a sense of empowerment. But it expresses who I am without having to say a word.
People change just like seasons.
Chances are, the cartoon character you pick today will not define your personality 50 years from now when you ll be sitting in a rocking chair telling your grandchildren stories. I strongly believe that tattoos are decoration, a creative way to express yourself and your likes or dislikes. Yes, tattoos are a very permanent decision, but I feel that they can be done in good taste and remain tasteful for a lifetime. Being slightly decorated myself, my opinion on the matter is biased. My decoration is tiny, and it isn t on a largely viewed area of my body.