So I did it! I finally did it! I got FIVE new tattoo's! The first one reads "05-06 Tracy Dockery" in memory of our dearly departed Past President. And while I was at it, I also added a few other Past President's names to my (br)ass ... Mike Sinclair, Chuck Higgs and Ralph Cesena Jr. Then I figured .. while I was at it .. I may as well put current President Dustin's name on my (br)ass as well, so I did!
I now think I have more "Tats" than Kat Von D (see image, right) ... don't stare at that pic too long Bob .. you might hurt yourself.
It's been about five years since my last Tattoo so this time, I asked a lot of questions. My "artist" shared some important information with me about how NOT to mess up my "Tats" including:
Avoid Sunlight
Yes, apparently extended exposure to sunlight is bad for a "Tat". Fortunately that isn't an issue, because I've spent the better part of the last two months in a DARK FRIGGIN CLOSET, apparently not allowed to see the light of day!
Avoid Salt Water, Chlorine, Dust and Dirt
Apparently my current "keeper" forgot about the "Dust and Dirt" part (as you will find out in tomorrow's posting). As for Salt Water ... I can't remember the last time I saw the ocean. As for Chlorine ... I think I was bleached once when Past President Chuck forgot to take me out of his pants pocket before doing his laundry.
Avoid Sauna's and Steam Rooms
These are two of the WORST places one can go after getting a tattoo. Until healing is complete, these rooms can cause blurring if not careful. Judging by the pics of my "Tats", it may be too late for this advice. I'm more than happy to heed this advice, since seeing Bradley in a Steam Room isn't on my list of "10 things to do before I'm melted down".
One of the biggest questions I've been asked about my new "Tats" is ... "Did it hurt?". After all, the outer layer of my brass is being carved off of me using an engraving needle. It is very difficult to explain just how much it hurts. Imagine for a moment, getting "Sho Shu'd" in the head by President Dustin's left foot. That's pretty much how it feels. I have heard that "getting drunk" makes it less painful (for both Tatto's and getting kicked in the head) - but my plans to go to Vegas, get drunk and tatto'd were ruined by my current keeper after he BROKE ME! But I digress...
There are positives and negatives to being "Tatted". On the plus side, I look like a Badass Bell! On the minus side, it brings back memories of other tatto's I've seen in the past (and never really talked about) like the one under Past President Mike's kilt .. and the one of a "Stripper's Pole" on the left "cheek" of Past President Chuck. That's enough for now .. more tomorrow!
I now think I have more "Tats" than Kat Von D (see image, right) ... don't stare at that pic too long Bob .. you might hurt yourself.It's been about five years since my last Tattoo so this time, I asked a lot of questions. My "artist" shared some important information with me about how NOT to mess up my "Tats" including:
Avoid Sunlight
Yes, apparently extended exposure to sunlight is bad for a "Tat". Fortunately that isn't an issue, because I've spent the better part of the last two months in a DARK FRIGGIN CLOSET, apparently not allowed to see the light of day!
Avoid Salt Water, Chlorine, Dust and Dirt
Apparently my current "keeper" forgot about the "Dust and Dirt" part (as you will find out in tomorrow's posting). As for Salt Water ... I can't remember the last time I saw the ocean. As for Chlorine ... I think I was bleached once when Past President Chuck forgot to take me out of his pants pocket before doing his laundry.
Avoid Sauna's and Steam Rooms
These are two of the WORST places one can go after getting a tattoo. Until healing is complete, these rooms can cause blurring if not careful. Judging by the pics of my "Tats", it may be too late for this advice. I'm more than happy to heed this advice, since seeing Bradley in a Steam Room isn't on my list of "10 things to do before I'm melted down".
One of the biggest questions I've been asked about my new "Tats" is ... "Did it hurt?". After all, the outer layer of my brass is being carved off of me using an engraving needle. It is very difficult to explain just how much it hurts. Imagine for a moment, getting "Sho Shu'd" in the head by President Dustin's left foot. That's pretty much how it feels. I have heard that "getting drunk" makes it less painful (for both Tatto's and getting kicked in the head) - but my plans to go to Vegas, get drunk and tatto'd were ruined by my current keeper after he BROKE ME! But I digress...
There are positives and negatives to being "Tatted". On the plus side, I look like a Badass Bell! On the minus side, it brings back memories of other tatto's I've seen in the past (and never really talked about) like the one under Past President Mike's kilt .. and the one of a "Stripper's Pole" on the left "cheek" of Past President Chuck. That's enough for now .. more tomorrow!
