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My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 08:33:08 AM »
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...
This is the finished piece.
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 08:39:23 AM »
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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June 23, 2016, 08:49:20 AM »
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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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 08:58:46 AM »
That is an amazing piece, Doug.
You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 09:48:53 AM »
Thanks Tom!
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 03:56:36 PM »
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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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 04:06:52 PM »
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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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 06:27:02 PM »
Condolences to you and yours. What a great Tattoo Tribute !
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 23, 2016, 07:10:11 PM »
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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June 23, 2016, 07:49:08 PM »
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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June 24, 2016, 06:13:42 AM »
Great tattoo. God bless you and your family.
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 24, 2016, 10:58:59 AM »
Fantastic tat, a great tribute
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 28, 2016, 04:17:51 PM »
Hey Doug, I saw this on FB and love it!! What a great tattoo to memorialize Gabe with.
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Re: My first tattoo
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June 29, 2016, 05:13:11 PM »
Sorry for your loss, Doug. Those tats look nice. They're certainly a unique tribute to your son.
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Re: My first tattoo
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August 04, 2016, 05:29:52 PM »
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.
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