Sly Bald Guys Forum
Discussions About Being Bald => Tattoos and Piercings => Topic started by: -Doug- on June 23, 2016, 08:33:08 AM
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I've been away from the site for a while. As some of you may know, my oldest son (15yo) passed away in April unexpectedly. He had a heart condition but had a great checkup the day before - it was just a freak occurrence. He collapsed while skateboarding.
I've never been opposed to tattoos but never thought there would be anything that I'd want permanently on my body. I'd always said if I got one, it would have to be a memorial tattoo.
These two photos are what I gave him as ideas...
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/hxqxn7xt3olv625/IMG_0707.JPG?dl=1) (https://www.dropbox.com/s/3gyivj4jjuqje0a/Gabe%20downhill_2.PNG?dl=1)
This is the finished piece.
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/a1mi8t48yykq6r8/tattoo.JPG?dl=1)
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Looks great, Doug! Was it painful? BTW, I know I may have said it again and again, but we all here send our continued prayers and love to you, Becca and your other sons. What a nice way to honor Gabe!
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It wasn't painful so much as is was uncomfortable. I'd describe it as a vibrating, scratching sensation. Don't get me wrong though. There were a few spots where the pucker factor was high.
Thanks for the continued prayers Harry!
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That is an amazing piece, Doug.
You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
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Thanks Tom!
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Although I am not a great fan of tattoos I thought that as a memorial to your son it will be an amazing reminder of him in your lives. My thoughts from Australia to you and your family. Keep strong.
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Sorry to hear about your son, Doug. There is no greater loss than the loss of a child. My prayers are with you and your family.
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Condolences to you and yours. What a great Tattoo Tribute !
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Doug, I'm so sorry for your loss . The tattoo was a good idea and a strong reminder of your love for him.
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Doug I was not aware of this, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
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Great tattoo. God bless you and your family.
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Fantastic tat, a great tribute
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Hey Doug, I saw this on FB and love it!! What a great tattoo to memorialize Gabe with.
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Sorry for your loss, Doug. Those tats look nice. They're certainly a unique tribute to your son.
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Wow, it's a real piece of art. I'm sorry about your son and I think that this tattoo is a great decision of a strong man. I know that some people also make tattoos of angels as a memory like on a picture, but yours is really deep and impressive.
https://tattoozza.com
(https://tattoozza.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/H.jpg)
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Doug,
I'm just now seeing this. Your tattoo is a great memorial to your son. It was a great idea, and was executed beautifully. Prayers for you and your family continued...