Will you be supportive of your child having tatoos?

[sleepy]

I voted preferably no.

Will explain to her my reasons for objection. If she still feel strongly about getting one, I can’t possibly chain her up. Stalling for time is a good strategy though, hopefully that enthusiasm dries up after some time

[schellen]

Eyebrow tattoo is okay since I have done it and I think my DDs have the misfortune of inheriting my horrible eyebrows that defy tweezing and drawing.


Otherwise, it depends. But I'm hoping that the pain will put them off.

[markfch]

Come on, 15 No and 0 Yes? My uncle who's into academic research will say that poll outcome is invalid due to biased sample selection

[shine_fs]

No, for me

[skunk]

I will only be supportive if the tattoo is beautiful/tastefully done, and more importantly, is of great meaning. If it's gonna be her boyfriend's name, or the face of a rock-star, NEVER.


Since ancient times, tattoos have held deep meaning in many societies. It's only in recent times that tattoos have developed such a bad reputation.

In ancient China, only warriors had tattoos, a custom they copied from pirates/bandits/barbarians.

Renowed Sung Dynasty general 岳飞 was the best example. His mother tattooed 尽忠报国 on his shoulder, to remind him of his duty to serve his country. So meaningful! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yue_Fei

btw, i have no tattoos LOL

[markfch]

skunk:

I will only be supportive if the tattoo is beautiful/tastefully done, and more importantly, is of great meaning. If it's gonna be her boyfriend's name, or the face of a rock-star, NEVER.


Since ancient times, tattoos have held deep meaning in many societies. It's only in recent times that tattoos have developed such a bad reputation.

In ancient China, only warriors had tattoos, a custom they copied from pirates/bandits/barbarians.

Renowed Sung Dynasty general 岳飞 was the best example. His mother tattooed 尽忠报国 on his shoulder, to remind him of his duty to serve his country. So meaningful! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yue_Fei

btw, i have no tattoos LOL

I read somewhere that in the good old days, pirates had tatoos of the crucifix on their backs. But this was for practical reason as they were frequently whipped on their backs as punishment. They hoped to dissuade the executor from using too much strength.

[vlim]

To me, this question is just like asking me do I allow my kids to take drug or not ... :whut:

[MMM]

I view tattoo as a "permanent scar" so it’s a big NO NO for me.

[Amberz]

Hey everyone, I noticed that most of the replies are negative towards tattoos and I understand the stigma that is still attached to tattoos. Well, this is my personal stand/experience...


I started teaching preschool at 17...studied part-time, got married, had kids, became the principal of several schools etc..somewhere in the midst of all that, at 30, I decided to get my first tattoo on my birthday. I have since gotten 3 more (all for my birthdays) and still plan to get some more work done to complete/improve what I already have now.

I did not decide on getting tattoos on a whim, I did not get pressured into it by peers and I weighed heavily, for a long time, the consequences of getting tattoos - esp in my line of work. Yes, I did subsequently face some parents/employers who were immediately put off by it (despite the fact that it is usually covered up at work anyway) but in the end, most people realise that I am still me - a respected educator, a dedicated mum and a loving partner (my other half has no tattoos). I know of a few other teachers who have tattoos as well, one with almost full arms but she wears long sleeves to work everyday. All of them are good if not great teachers.

All I'm saying is that getting a tattoo does not change a person. If you are a bum, you are one with or without a tatt. For me, it was not only an artistic choice but each of my tatts represents a very major event/person in my life. And should my kids want to get one when they are adults (I'd say no before they hit 21), if they have thought it through as much as I have and can justify the reasons they want to get one, I would support it after telling them that should they change their minds after getting the tattoo, the laser removal process requires several sessions, each of which is WAY WAY more painful and expensive than getting the tattoo in the first place.


http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVfMra0

[Amberz]

schellen:

Eyebrow tattoo is okay since I have done it and I think my DDs have the misfortune of inheriting my horrible eyebrows that defy tweezing and drawing.


Otherwise, it depends. But I'm hoping that the pain will put them off.

1) Eyebrow tattooing is for beautification...many people (tribal and mordern) think the same about bodyart / tattoos.

2) What would become of the human race if pain put all women off childbirth?