I remember the day I called my father from New York, where I was living at the time, to tell him I wanted to get a tattoo. I was 21 years old and certainly didn’t need his permission, but I felt the need to run the idea by him. Having been raised in a conservative Jewish home, I knew getting a tattoo was frowned upon. My father, who was on the orthodox side, was not excited … [Read more...]
Felicity Mae Know
Q: “My dad doesn’t like tattoos, but I just got one. How do I break the news without starting a fight?” – Rori A: Overall: Your body, your choice. If you’re old enough to legally get a tattoo, you know what you want, and you recognize its permanence, why not get tattoos? Nobody should judge you for that, least of all your family. If your financial situation is stable and … [Read more...]