This past Saturday I finally did just that. I got a tattoo.
I got the idea from some other walkers who had a very similar design. As a matter of fact, I had a picture of their tattoo that I took in to my artist to use as a reference. It was a pink ribbon with pink Converse sneakers hanging by the shoelaces from the center.
However, since we don't walk in Converse All Stars (well some people might-I certainly don't) I wanted my Nike's. He took notes and we made the appointment.
I arrived Saturday at 11 for our appointment and he hadn't drawn it up yet. I did not bring the picture with me this time so I was a little nervous. He however, remembered what I wanted and sat down and started drawing.
About 20 minutes later he showed me the sketch and it was perfect. It was a more flowy ribbon with the sneakers hanging from the tail of the ribbon. Above it it said "3 Days" and underneath it "60 Miles".
I approved the desgin and we went about getting it inked on my right shoulder blade. About an hour later it was finished and I could not be any happier with the work. I will have a permanent reminder of my journey the past few years, and the next as needed until we have that cure. It brings me joy. It reminds me of what I have accomplished, and what I can accomplish.
So, for your viewing pleasure...here is my new tattoo commemorating the 3 Day walk.
Isn't it beautiful? The shoes are very similar to my Nike shoes I walked in. The colors are the same. The shading is amazing. I love everything about it. The design, the colors, and most importantly what it symbolizes to me.
If anyone who sees this is in the Phoenix metro area...go see Joe at Idle Hands tattoo. He was the artist.
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