Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 carolynd6 wrote: > Ohhhh, tattoos! I love tattoos. Does it hurt? Yes. If it didn't > everyone would have one! Really really badly? I don't think so. > The one on my lower back did hurt, especially when he got into the > spine area but I hardly remember it now. Its like childbirth (so > I've heard) you forget about it because when its over you have this > beautiful thing. And once it is over all it feels like is a > sunburn. All I can say, is make sure you are 100% positive on the > design. And make sure you are 100% confident in the artist. I tend > to go back to the same guy, as does Chris. They both work at the > same studio (Randy Adam's in Fort Worth!) but have totally different > styles. I can say that I would let Chubby draw and tattoo on me > anything he saw fit. He drew my shoulder freehand and said " do you > like? " I said - " of course " . And away a tatting he went. Also, > make sure you see some of their work. And that they keep a clean > shop. And even ask to see the autoclave. Chubby has tattooed 2 of > my friends just becuase they loved his work on me. And if you have a > question ask it! Even if it seems dumb. And make sure they tell you > how to take care of it. And research how to take care of it on your > own and if they tell you differently at the shop ask why. I use a > product called Tattoo Goo since I am allergic to bacatracin. I > nearly destroyed my butterfly by not knowing that. And don't drink > before going in, and don't take asprin - both thin the blood. And > don't go when you are pmsing - it intensifies pain in my opinion. > Thats about all of the advice I can think of off hand. Feel free to > ask me questions. > Carolyn I love the " does it hurt " question I've got a really high pain tolerance and I always think " Well.. my hurt probably isn't your hurt. " I've had 7 kidney stones... that's hurt. A tattoo is nothing compared to that So.. when I got my tattoo I was -nervous- I'm a goody two shoes and here I am in a " den of depravity " wanting a tattoo. LOL. My mother would freak. But our tattoo artist is just the nicest teddy bear of a man And he set me right at ease and it was just great Some of the people in the waiting area were a little odd though He had me use A+D ointment. I'm allergic to any topical antibiotic and the A+D was just great On top of your great advice.. remember to eat before you go too Not eating might leave you feeling light headed which is more likely to make you vomit than eating. And, if you're nervous.. tell the artist I went in and said, " Okay.. I'm nervous and scared. " right off the bat so he didn't think I was all macho or anything Serenity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 It hurts for the first couple of minutes then your skin will embrace the needle and there will be no pain. Mine took 30 minutes and I didn't take any analgesics beforehand. The only thing unnerving was the artist's constant wiping of the area of what must have been blood. stasia P.S. For anyone thinking of getting a tattoo be sure to use sunscreen forever on it so it won't fade and the ink won't run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 I have two tattoos, one on my right ankle and one on my hip bone. I got the ankle one about ten years ago and the hip one two years ago. It hurts for the first five minutes, but, like Stasia wrote the endorphins kick in after that, and it actually begins to feel kind of...well....good in a weird way. That's why people get addicted to getting tattoos. It's like a high when the endorphins flood your blood stream. I'm already thinking of getting a third one on my lower back! Dani > It hurts for the first couple of minutes then your skin will embrace > the needle and there will be no pain. Mine took 30 minutes and I > didn't take any analgesics beforehand. The only thing unnerving was > the artist's constant wiping of the area of what must have been blood. > > stasia > > P.S. For anyone thinking of getting a tattoo be sure to use sunscreen > forever on it so it won't fade and the ink won't run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 Good point. I usually don't get light headed but I have a friend who almost passed out twice during hers. She passes out just about everytime she gives blood. Since Chubby tookk about an hour to design my tat and then 3 more to tat it I got pretty hungry during it. I ended up having chris go get me a cheeseburger and fries from burgerking. - prebfl days obviously. I just ate it while Chubby worked. Kinda funny memory > > On top of your great advice.. remember to eat before you go too Not > eating might leave you feeling light headed which is more likely to make you > vomit than eating. And, if you're nervous.. tell the artist I went in > and said, " Okay.. I'm nervous and scared. " right off the bat so he didn't > think I was all macho or anything > > Serenity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 Ah the life of body art. I have three tats. My son-in-law did two of them and his dad did my first one (7 years ago). My first one I was a little never. But as far as pain goes. I read a book both times. I'm ready for a fourth one. I'd like a lower back piece also. The problem is I have so many designs I don't know which one to do. My only advise to anyone considering getting a tattoo is: check out this website. It should answer any questions you may have. http://tattoo.about.com/library/weekly/aa070599.htm?once=true & Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 Thanks for all the great advice on tattoos! I am much more excited now and a little less nervous : ) Now just to make up my mind on what I want to get... Maggie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 > I have two tattoos, one on my right ankle and one on my hip > bone. I got the ankle one about ten years ago and the hip one > two years ago. It hurts for the first five minutes, but, like Stasia > wrote the endorphins kick in after that, and it actually begins to > feel kind of...well....good in a weird way. That's why people get > addicted to getting tattoos. It's like a high when the endorphins > flood your blood stream. I'm already thinking of getting a third > one on my lower back! > > Dani Dani, That's exactly what my husband said! I'm really getting excited to get one done now! Colleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 12, 2003 Report Share Posted February 12, 2003 Yes LaDonna, I’ve also heard about the tattoos because people used to use the same needles over and over agin…Most people that are doing tattoos now use new instruments (needles) on each individual. About the jokes….I think they were great and were filling in for times so many of us have not felt up to writing….jokes are very supportive also….even that instant little laugh or smile sets the endorphins to working to help our immune system. Laughing is so good for all of us. I hope they don’t end…you know sometimes a joke is all a person can offer because they are feeling so bad themselves, yet they want us all to know they are thinking fondly of us. Here’s wishing the very best for you with the treatment. I’ve been having more problems, just got home from the hospital today and will finally get to see 2 not 1 but 2, hepatologist (I think that is how you spell it) in St Louis in April. I think they are going to shoot me. (smile). That’s about all there is left they can do! Anyway….we will be praying you through the treatment…..now please, I for one, need the jokes. If they were interfering with other emails coming through the list, it would be different but we’ve all been quiet lately….love….judy Tattoos I went to a health educator today and was told that they are finding out that HepC has been spread by tattoos all these years. I have some tattoos that I received about 20 years ago and maybe this is how I contacted the HepC. Have any of you heard this. Your use of is subject to the Terms of Service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 I've always told my kids that the most important rules about tattoos are (1) be sure you can cover it up easily when you want to; and (2) be sure you can live with it when your grandkids see it. Cale didn't listen. De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: kathy brunow [mailto:kathy-boo@...] Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2004 9:24 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: RE: Scots prisoners to be given heroin kits My youngest daughter took me last yr to visit ny at Greenbay Inst. He even had tattoos on his neck, dang near all over!!! I was in shock, he's my baby boy...They don't relieze what they're opening themselfs up to... Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 I've always told my kids that the most important rules about tattoos are (1) be sure you can cover it up easily when you want to; and (2) be sure you can live with it when your grandkids see it. Cale didn't listen. De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: kathy brunow [mailto:kathy-boo@...] Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2004 9:24 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: RE: Scots prisoners to be given heroin kits My youngest daughter took me last yr to visit ny at Greenbay Inst. He even had tattoos on his neck, dang near all over!!! I was in shock, he's my baby boy...They don't relieze what they're opening themselfs up to... Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Perhaps it is the pigments. Are they made from natural minerals ground into powder? Are they mixed with some sort of fixative? What's the carrier? Believe someone speculated that the mineral cobalt is the blue in Roach Prufe. Got me wondering about laundry bluing used to brighten whites since the 1800's, which has green iron in it. http://www.mrsstewart.com/ Noticed that the old oil paintings I've collected over the years have been avoided by the mites here along with their gold-leafed frames. The old oil paints were compounded with minerals & mineral earth clays pulverized & mixed with oil carriers. The best are still made the traditional way. Why the colors remain so brilliant & true over centuries...earth & element pigments. I'm out of my depth here, having forgotten much about compositions, but recall the crystalline nature of these things & how their crystal matrixes bind them to other substances. Our bodies are essentially crystal structures as well, facilitating energy pathways. Could part of the immunity to these buggers we're all seeking involve subtle mineral deficiencies which impair our bodies electrical functions? Plants grown on poor soil (mineral deficient) are prone to insect, fungal & bacterial degradations and do not thrive. Involves a number of factors, including minerals & other nutrients that may be present in the soil but not available to plants. Reminds me of white bread, where the flour is processed removing say 100 nutrients & adding back maybe 12. Soils depleted from petrochemical farming. Lack of essential nutrients in our foods - the nutrients that our bodies were designed to function with. The benefits of whole foods grown organically (which is the way it's been done all along till modern " improvement " ) on rich soil. Started taking a colloidal minerals liquid supplement two months ago & believe that has helped tremendously with restoring energy levels & flow. The formula I'm using comes from Herbal Healer Academy, like most of my stuff: http://www.herbalhealer.com/colloidalminerals.html It wasn't a quick fix for me but a gradual one where I could feel an essential shift in my energy dynamic. Got it when I started the infrared dry saunas to replenish minerals lost in sweating. And I've only being taking a half dose daily - may need to ramp that up to optimal. Used to understand how these things worked & related to each other, but haven't thought about them in years. May have to check into the mechanics again. Suspect it's another important piece of our puzzle. A Healthy & Happy New Year to Each & All! Best wishes, Sue Just a quick note. I've been host to these damn things and scabies for nearly a year. Thank God for this group and the wonderful advice we share. Just a observation, I tattooed for a living for 28 years until this curse got me. I quit for the sake of my profession. Heaven forbid I give anything detrimental to a customer; I'd just die. Anyway, the places on my body I have tattoo work have NEVER had a single bite or even a red place on them. The mites will not go near my tattoos. Anybody have any like experiences? I'd like to hear. Maybe its the pigment we use in the tattoo procedure, I only wish I'd done more work on myself before the first outbreak. Blessings to You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Could part of the immunity to these buggers we're all seeking involve subtle mineral deficiencies which impair our bodies electrical functions? Plants grown on poor soil (mineral deficient) are prone to insect, fungal & bacterial degradations and do not thrive. Involves a number of factors, including minerals & other nutrients that may be present in the soil but not available to plants. Yes, Yes, Yes!!!!! And being mineral deficient, our bodies cannot contribute or make the enzymes needed. I also do believe that that is part of the attraction in the first place and what keeps them. We have incured imbalances in the internal environment such as candida, and so on. Its a snowball effect, most which has already occured unbeknownst to the individual. These are the tiniest of mites. At least my families case. We have gone from obvious mites to the tiniest of them. ??? Internal environment will not rid you of the ones in the external environment. You must take care of your environment!!! Nice to see you, I was wondering where you went. Frito From: Sue <sue@...>bird mites Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 8:56:28 AMSubject: Re: Tattoos Perhaps it is the pigments. Are they made from natural minerals ground into powder? Are they mixed with some sort of fixative? What's the carrier?Believe someone speculated that the mineral cobalt is the blue in Roach Prufe. Got me wondering about laundry bluing used to brighten whites since the 1800's, which has green iron in it. http://www.mrsstewa rt.com/Noticed that the old oil paintings I've collected over the years have been avoided by the mites here along with their gold-leafed frames. The old oil paints were compounded with minerals & mineral earth clays pulverized & mixed with oil carriers. The best are still made the traditional way. Why the colors remain so brilliant & true over centuries... earth & element pigments.I'm out of my depth here, having forgotten much about compositions, but recall the crystalline nature of these things & how their crystal matrixes bind them to other substances. Our bodies are essentially crystal structures as well, facilitating energy pathways.Could part of the immunity to these buggers we're all seeking involve subtle mineral deficiencies which impair our bodies electrical functions? Plants grown on poor soil (mineral deficient) are prone to insect, fungal & bacterial degradations and do not thrive. Involves a number of factors, including minerals & other nutrients that may be present in the soil but not available to plants.Reminds me of white bread, where the flour is processed removing say 100 nutrients & adding back maybe 12. Soils depleted from petrochemical farming. Lack of essential nutrients in our foods - the nutrients that our bodies were designed to function with. The benefits of whole foods grown organically (which is the way it's been done all along till modern "improvement" ) on rich soil.Started taking a colloidal minerals liquid supplement two months ago & believe that has helped tremendously with restoring energy levels & flow. The formula I'm using comes from Herbal Healer Academy, like most of my stuff: http://www.herbalhe aler.com/ colloidalmineral s.htmlIt wasn't a quick fix for me but a gradual one where I could feel an essential shift in my energy dynamic. Got it when I started the infrared dry saunas to replenish minerals lost in sweating. And I've only being taking a half dose daily - may need to ramp that up to optimal. Used to understand how these things worked & related to each other, but haven't thought about them in years. May have to check into the mechanics again. Suspect it's another important piece of our puzzle.A Healthy & Happy New Year to Each & All!Best wishes, SueJust a quick note. I've been host to these damn things and scabies fornearly a year. Thank God for this group and the wonderful advice weshare. Just a observation, I tattooed for a living for 28 years untilthis curse got me. I quit for the sake of my profession. Heaven forbidI give anything detrimental to a customer; I'd just die. Anyway, theplaces on my body I have tattoo work have NEVER had a single bite oreven a red place on them. The mites will not go near my tattoos.Anybody have any like experiences? I'd like to hear. Maybe its thepigment we use in the tattoo procedure, I only wish I'd done more workon myself before the first outbreak. Blessings to You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 I dont have any personal experience with Tattoos, but I did want to remark on how cool it is, and how much integrity it shows, that you would give up your lifes career to avoid spreading this to others.....that speaks volumes about the kind of person you must be! And Sue and Frito, you guys are so freakin awesome! You should get together and write a book....I always read your posts and something in my brain goes 'click' and the light turns on..... z p.s. thats for the link to the minerals Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2009 Report Share Posted January 1, 2009 Hey, Frito! So we agree mineral deficiencies are a key piece of the puzzle, rather than one of the little border pieces. Deficiencies could be caused by a multitude of factors less obvious than the malnutrition which is pervasive in our culture. Sidestepping the potential initial causes for the moment, can we agree that being deficient before the mitemare, we quickly become seriously depleted in response to the mites? That somehow their presence & toxins and the body's reactions either use up or bind up minerals making them unavailable for critical bodily functions? Agree it's a snowball effect with a cascade of failures as the body is overwhelmed by the sheer numbers in reproductive capacity of the horde of mites & their impact. As if the body's working flat out at top speed & burning up energy & resources at a ferocious pace in heroic efforts to overcome. We weren't designed for that kind of perpetual onslaught in high gear and become exhausted. Sleep deprivation further erodes our ability to repel & maintain, let alone repair & heal, and the body goes into survival mode, concentrating on protecting key systems & preventing the collapse of all others. The mites can become systemic & it's impossible to fight them continuously on all fronts unless we provide maximum internal support , surface relief & environmental intervention. We all know this instinctively and our energies are focused on finding the ways to accomplish this. Good to "see" you, too, Frito. Been here all along but processing at hyperspeed lately as energy's rebounded & working intuitively with the info to see if we can't fit enough of the pieces into the puzzle to at least visualize the picture. Best wishes, Sue Just a quick note. I've been host to these damn things and scabies fornearly a year. Thank God for this group and the wonderful advice weshare. Just a observation, I tattooed for a living for 28 years untilthis curse got me. I quit for the sake of my profession. Heaven forbidI give anything detrimental to a customer; I'd just die. Anyway, theplaces on my body I have tattoo work have NEVER had a single bite oreven a red place on them. The mites will not go near my tattoos.Anybody have any like experiences? I'd like to hear. Maybe its thepigment we use in the tattoo procedure, I only wish I'd done more workon myself before the first outbreak. Blessings to You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 Hey there!!! Sorry, been working, hope the New Year came in right for you. In response to your many points, I am going to take it piece by piece. So we agree mineral deficiencies are a key piece of the puzzle, rather than one of the little border pieces. Those minerals, and don't forget the vitamins, are the key in which enzymes are derived and used in the chemical reactions within the body and thus affecting immune reactions. So yes, I thought we were in agreement. Deficiencies could be caused by a multitude of factors less obvious than the malnutrition which is pervasive in our culture. Very definately. Genetics, inherent disease processes already present, chemical exposures, pesticide exposures, deficiencies in soil, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, poor quality of food, poor variety in diet, processed foods, diuretics and many other medications, antibiotics, and etc. Sidestepping the potential initial causes for the moment, can we agree that being deficient before the mitemare, we quickly become seriously depleted in response to the mites? That somehow their presence & toxins and the body's reactions either use up or bind up minerals making them unavailable for critical bodily functions? I really didn't think we were not in disagreement. ???? And yes that is sort of what I stated. And additionally what I have tried to explain is that if one had something such as a "condition" in which the body was already fighting, ie. disease or toxin overload, even too much stress, and then with the addition of the sheer numbers of these mites and their symbionts, one could over time develop some serious enzyme or nutrients/mineral deficiencies. I realize that my posts have been as brief as possible concerning this, but after thought, it is such a vast process of what is taking place in our bodies due to this infestation. I had also been asked about why some were developing lesions, why some in the household have not been affected, why some are affected more adversley as compared to other family members, and what immunocompromised could actually infer. One doesn't have to have AIDS to be considered immunocompromised. Also there had been the observation of not having a cold or flu in years. It was a very brief attempt in trying to explain how these can occur. Also, even if one were not deficient prior to this mitemare, this could still occur. Agree it's a snowball effect with a cascade of failures as the body is overwhelmed by the sheer numbers in reproductive capacity of the horde of mites & their impact. As if the body's working flat out at top speed & burning up energy & resources at a ferocious pace in heroic efforts to overcome. We weren't designed for that kind of perpetual onslaught in high gear and become exhausted. Perfectly said, in MHO. Sleep deprivation further erodes our ability to repel & maintain, let alone repair & heal, and the body goes into survival mode, concentrating on protecting key systems & preventing the collapse of all others. The mites can become systemic & it's impossible to fight them continuously on all fronts unless we provide maximum internal support , surface relief & environmental intervention. Yes, Yes, Yes!!! I cannot expound on the importance of all three aspects and have been spouting this for an incredibly long time. We simply cannot ignore any one of the three facets. Some were very lucky in their experience, but from being here over a year, those few were just that. Few. Those of us in which these damn things went internal are not going to get better ignoring one of these facets. Again, perfectly said. We all know this instinctively and our energies are focused on finding the ways to accomplish this. I realize we all have this instinct, but in wanting to help those whom want to be helped, it needs to be said. Without being said, it isn't learned. We are all here to learn from each other. Some want more details than others. Others don't give a fig and just want the cure. Still others don't think any of this has to do with the birdmite infestation. We each have our own path. I guess I am confused by this statement as I get the feeling that perhaps maybe some out there think I don't realize that or I am trying to minimize their efforts. Which is not the case believe me. ??? Perhaps this needs to be said by me again, I absolutely value the people of this forum. I believe this forum has a clearer picture of what is taking place concerning these mite infestations. Good to "see" you, too, Frito. Been here all along but processing at hyperspeed lately as energy's rebounded & working intuitively with the info to see if we can't fit enough of the pieces into the puzzle to at least visualize the picture. I guess to lighten things up a bit, I would quip, "A picture is worth a thousands words!!!" hehe Had to draw a few myself, whew. Many regards back to ya!! Frito .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 4, 2011 Report Share Posted September 4, 2011 dear joel, freja et al. thanks for your funny helpful messages....joel, i agree " born too loose " is way to close to home eh? did you ever actually get a tattoo? and by the way how is your hip since the revision? my new side seems to be healing well...but the doc is taking the weight bearing real slow since he screwed in the acetabular component. it'll be 6 full weeks before i may walk fully on both my new hips : ) when i think of a fitting symbol ill let you know...liked the fish idea too! gracias, celaine p.s. maybe since im only 53 it should be " until we meet again " : ) i'd love to think of never going through this surgery again, but that's not too likely is it...i've a total of four since the first one was to correct a fracture 10 years ago. " come again?! " might work too... or maybe best of all would be a purple heart...for courage and bravery? what do yo'all think of that idea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 4, 2011 Report Share Posted September 4, 2011 Celaine, I'm 60, so I too hope I never have to go through surgery again, but the only way that will happen is if I die before the replacement wears out. When you compare the two options, maybe another surgery is not so bad. I do not have a tattoo. To be honest, I have never really considered getting a tattoo while sober. There was one time in Cabo after several shots of tequila that a large tattoo on my chest of a mermaid riding a dragon seemed like a very good idea, but I didn't go through with it. That's a decision that I will never regret for the rest of my life. I hope your recovery goes well and you are soon walking around. You deserve a purple heart. My revision seems fine. In fact, I went hiking today. > > dear joel, freja et al. > > thanks for your funny helpful messages....joel, i agree " born too loose " is way to close > to home eh? did you ever actually get a tattoo? and by the way how is your hip since the revision? my new side seems to be healing well...but the doc is taking the weight bearing > real slow since he screwed in the acetabular component. it'll be 6 full weeks before > i may walk fully on both my new hips : ) > > when i think of a fitting symbol ill let you know...liked the fish idea too! > > gracias, > > celaine > > p.s. maybe since im only 53 it should be " until we meet again " : ) > > i'd love to think of never > going through this surgery again, but that's not too likely is it...i've a total of four since > the first one was to correct a fracture 10 years ago. " come again?! " might work too... > or maybe best of all would be a purple heart...for courage and bravery? what do yo'all > think of that idea? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 4, 2011 Report Share Posted September 4, 2011 I have enjoyed the bantering so much about the tattoo! It actually was cool too that the subject did come up, to help those who didn't know of the potential risk. JOEL sixty is still young! So since we can't control whether we will have to get another one or not, lets enjoy as much as possible every day of our new mobility! I know as far as I am concerned, everyday I am not wheel chair bound and can walk my own body without the seering pain of pre-surgery I would do it again. I am so thankful to be more independent and have gained my self-confidence back! Love this group! <3 On Sep 4, 2011 10:11 PM, " " <joel_pearson@...> wrote: > Celaine, > > I'm 60, so I too hope I never have to go through surgery again, but the only way that will happen is if I die before the replacement wears out. When you compare the two options, maybe another surgery is not so bad. > > I do not have a tattoo. To be honest, I have never really considered getting a tattoo while sober. There was one time in Cabo after several shots of tequila that a large tattoo on my chest of a mermaid riding a dragon seemed like a very good idea, but I didn't go through with it. That's a decision that I will never regret for the rest of my life. > > I hope your recovery goes well and you are soon walking around. You deserve a purple heart. My revision seems fine. In fact, I went hiking today. > > > > > > >> >> dear joel, freja et al. >> >> thanks for your funny helpful messages....joel, i agree " born too loose " is way to close >> to home eh? did you ever actually get a tattoo? and by the way how is your hip since the revision? my new side seems to be healing well...but the doc is taking the weight bearing >> real slow since he screwed in the acetabular component. it'll be 6 full weeks before >> i may walk fully on both my new hips : ) >> >> when i think of a fitting symbol ill let you know...liked the fish idea too! >> >> gracias, >> >> celaine >> >> p.s. maybe since im only 53 it should be " until we meet again " : ) >> >> i'd love to think of never >> going through this surgery again, but that's not too likely is it...i've a total of four since >> the first one was to correct a fracture 10 years ago. " come again?! " might work too... >> or maybe best of all would be a purple heart...for courage and bravery? what do yo'all >> think of that idea? >> > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 5, 2011 Report Share Posted September 5, 2011 ha ha ha ha Love all you people with such good sense of humors. You make me smile. LOL Pat in Pennsylvania Bilateral TKR August 16, 2011 Re: tattoos I always joked that I would get a tattoo of my surgeon's face on my hip - before surgery that is. It would give him a really high level of motivation to do a neat scar, unless he wanted himself to look like enstein's Monster. Only problem was that my surgeon just wasn't that great-looking to start with.... Freja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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