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I like tattoos and I have several 7 votes (13.21%)
I like tattoos and I have one 6 votes (11.32%)
I like tattoos, but don't have any 14 votes (26.42%)
I really don't care 11 votes (20.75%)
I hate tattoos, and wish I didn’t have any 0 votes (0%)
I hate tattoos, and would never get one 15 votes (28.30%)
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(Poll) Tattoos
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Jawbone54
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May 31, 2007, 02:28 PM
 
Do you have a tattoo (or more than one)?
Do you hate them?
What do they represent in your eyes?

I was thinking about this while watching the NBA playoffs the past several days. What do tattoos say about a person? Do they say anything at all? I know people who have strong feelings about tattoos on both sides.

Discuss, infidels.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:30 PM
 
I don't want any identifying marks that I was not born with, but I don't mind other having them. I admire good work. I think many people don't think through what a tattoo will look like when they are old and starting to sag.

What say you Jawbone?

Can pastors have tattoos?
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May 31, 2007, 02:31 PM
 
The problem with tattoos is, they're permanent.

The reason I don't have one is I planned to get several, only to thank Christ I hadn't gone through with it 'cos tastes change but tattoos don't.

'Course, there's laser surgery, but it's pricey.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:31 PM
 
My feelings on tattoos depends on the tattoo.

I don't feel that's covered in your poll.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:32 PM
 
I got one in 1995 but I am sick of it so I am going to cover it with something else eventually.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:35 PM
 
I used to think they were really cool, and actually almost got one when I was 18, but I always backed off at the last second. I don't like the idea of having something artificial placed on my body that I absolutely cannot get off (except through expensive and painful surgery).

I've seen tattoos that I've thought were cool for one reason or the other, but generally I've come to really, really dislike them. I'm especially glad that I didn't go ahead with the massive angel on my back.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:37 PM
 
Originally Posted by Dakarʒ View Post
My feelings on tattoos depends on the tattoo.

I don't feel that's covered in your poll.
There's one for every poll, isn't there?

I forgot to say that it might be cool if people who had tattoos would actually list what they have (and even post a picture, if they felt comfortable with that).

I also wish I hadn't put (Poll) in the thread title. I forgot it puts it there for you.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:38 PM
 
Originally Posted by Jawbone54 View Post
I'm especially glad that I didn't go ahead with the massive angel on my back.
Massive angel? I went to a tattoo parlour to get the In Utero angel tattooed on by back. The tattoo guy said I was drunk (which was correct) and refused to do it.

Thank God.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:39 PM
 
Originally Posted by Jawbone54 View Post
There's one for every poll, isn't there?

I also wish I hadn't put (Poll) in the thread title. I forgot it puts it there for you.
I'm afraid that's a ban then. Sorry.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:41 PM
 
Originally Posted by Dakarʒ View Post
I'm afraid that's a ban then. Sorry.
Am I obligated to go on a Rob-like, profanity-laced rant? I've never done this before. Someone guide me through it.

Help?
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:42 PM
 
If you have to ask, then you're not capable.

That's another ban, also.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:43 PM
 
I decided about fifteen years ago that I would eventually get a tattoo. And I probably will in the near future.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:43 PM
 
I really dig tattoos on chicks. Thats some hot stuff.

Tattoos on dudes? Meh, don't have an opinion one way or the other.

I've always wanted to get one, but my problem is that I'd only put a tattoo on my body that I designed myself. And I have yet to come up with anything worthwhile.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:45 PM
 
Originally Posted by ::maroma:: View Post
I've always wanted to get one, but my problem is that I'd only put a tattoo on my body that I designed myself. And I have yet to come up with anything worthwhile.
Same here. That I seem to have Frat Boy inclinations when it comes to getting one, which is a complete non-sequitur if you knew me in real life.

Honestly, I've never seen one of a chick that I liked. And the larger they the worse. They should be subtle, like perfume.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:46 PM
 
I like them but I don't have any for a couple of reasons.

I've worked with people who were in their 50s (or later) and had tattoos. Most of them were so blurry (the tattoos not the co-workers ) that you could barely make out what they were.

Plus a lot of the tattoos are so faddish, take the barbed wire, or tribal designs. They're no longer "in" so what do people do who have them.
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Originally Posted by toothpick_charlie View Post
Massive angel? I went to a tattoo parlour to get the In Utero angel tattooed on by back. The tattoo guy said I was drunk (which was correct) and refused to do it.

Thank God.
I was looking for something similar at the time, actually. I was a huge Nirvana fan in my teenage years.

Responsible guy, sounds like. I don't think that's common practice, either. I had an acquaintance who became a youth pastor in his late twenties, but constantly had to explain that it was during his "rebellious stage" that he got his massive tattoo of two women practicing the act of cunnilingus (it covered his upper left arm). He kept it under wraps until he worked at a youth camp and had to stay in the dorm.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:47 PM
 
In my opinion, it depends on the meaning behind the tattoo(s). If it just some youth kick, then no, it's crap. When it begins to tell a life story, that's when they truly shine.
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May 31, 2007, 02:47 PM
 
A tramp stamp rocks!

I want to get one of my cockatoo, Roxy, on my shoulder blade, but my girlfriend disapproves.
Shut up and eat your paisley.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:48 PM
 
Originally Posted by Jawbone54 View Post
II had an acquaintance who became a youth pastor in his late twenties, but constantly had to explain that it was during his "rebellious stage" that he got his massive tattoo of two women practicing the act of cunnilingus (it covered his upper left arm).
I hope he's a born again.

And seriously, what great taste.

Pun intended.
     
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May 31, 2007, 02:58 PM
 
Tattoos are great for helping the police identify criminals, so I think of it as a law enforcement tool.
     
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May 31, 2007, 03:04 PM
 
Got no tats. No intention of getting tats. Don't like women with tats.

Although I'll let Jessica Alba off if she gets a "property of Doofy" tat on the sole of her left foot.

I just think they're boring and a little conformist.
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May 31, 2007, 03:08 PM
 
I hate tattoos on women, especially the butterflies and such on the lower backs. Blah.
     
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May 31, 2007, 03:09 PM
 
Yes, tramp stamps are an automatic turn-off.
     
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Originally Posted by Jawbone54 View Post
I hate tattoos on women, especially the butterflies and such on the lower backs. Blah.
Tramp stamp/ass antlers area is sort of just about acceptable (as long as the girl is extremely hot). I hate arm/shoulder tats though. And boobie tats (as seen on "suicide girls")? That's just not right. Ought to carry a criminal defacement charge in federal law or something.
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May 31, 2007, 03:17 PM
 
ass antlers
love it

Doof, I love your sig. Who is it?
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May 31, 2007, 03:19 PM
 
I guess what it boils down to is this: I'm sort of old-fashioned about some things, and I just don't like tats. I used to think they were cool, but I also used to think Jnco's were too.
     
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Doof, I love your sig.
Me too.

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Who is it?
No idea. Just happened across the pic whilst I was out surfing one day. Amazon US, IIRC.
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May 31, 2007, 03:24 PM
 
well. I dig it.
Made any awesome new records?
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Originally Posted by Jawbone54 View Post
I'm sort of old-fashioned about some things
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Originally Posted by Peter View Post
Made any awesome new records?
Yep. The record for the worst house-hunting month in history.

What the bloody hell is wrong with people that they all want to live so close to each other? You find a property, book a viewing and go see it. Then it turns out that the only angle not included in the pics shows that the neighbours are literally twenty feet away.

No work 'til new house.
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May 31, 2007, 03:34 PM
 
I have 3 tattoos and plan to get more, well extend the 3 into bigger tattoos.
     
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May 31, 2007, 03:47 PM
 
Err, no. My tastes and interests change rapidly. Not going for anything permanent, as it's a virtual guarantee that I will later regret it. As far as other people, well there are tasteful tattoos and ones that never should have happened. That's true of many things, though. Full body tattoos are too much for me. It's too much for me if you even cover a whole limb or your back or something. And I'm not big on facial tattoos. Moderation!
     
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What this thread needs is some pics.

Tattoos = Cool.

     
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May 31, 2007, 03:55 PM
 
The glasses really sets them off.
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Originally Posted by design219 View Post
I usually leave my mark... a different way.
     
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Originally Posted by Dakarʒ View Post
I usually leave my mark... a different way.
Er...
     
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Originally Posted by Dakarʒ View Post
I usually leave my mark... a different way.
OK, pics stud boy!
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Originally Posted by Doofy View Post
Yep. The record for the worst house-hunting month in history.

What the bloody hell is wrong with people that they all want to live so close to each other? You find a property, book a viewing and go see it. Then it turns out that the only angle not included in the pics shows that the neighbours are literally twenty feet away.

No work 'til new house.
Want me to come up there and give you a hand?
Need an internship shizzle.
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Want me to come up there and give you a hand?
Need an internship shizzle.
No work 'til new house!
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Originally Posted by Dakarʒ View Post
no wai
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Very hard to believe.
     
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May 31, 2007, 04:42 PM
 
I have nothing against tats, but the idea of getting one does nothing for me. At any rate, I'm too fickle, and would end up getting tired of it after a year.
     
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No, I see it.
     
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See what?
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OK, back on topic...

Originally Posted by toothpick_charlie View Post
What we have here is a very ugly, mundane person who, before tats, gains no attention from others. Of course, gaining attention (particularly in the pants department) if you're ugly and mundane requires extra effort. You know, wash the hair, stick a bit of Maybelline on, etc..
It is at this point that certain morons amongst the population will decide to get a big bunch of facial tats. And quite possibly one of those stupid nose ring things. Or other face furniture.

Might as well have printed "I'm a retard" on their forehead in Desert Sun Yellow sharpie.

But rejoice, my fellow NNians, in the fact that you're all intelligent, good looking people and don't have to resort to such idiocy.
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Intriguing game.
     
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May 31, 2007, 04:48 PM
 
It's all in your head.
Listen to the voices.
     
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You know, this is how Manson was created.
     
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May 31, 2007, 05:14 PM
 
I have a tiny dot on my fore arm that I tell people is a picture of the earth from really far away.

In general I'm not a big fan of tattoos, but people can do what they want.

My sig is 1 pixel too big.
     
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Originally Posted by ort888 View Post
I have a tiny dot on my fore arm that I tell people is a picture of the earth from really far away.

In general I'm not a big fan of tattoos, but people can do what they want.
I guess I had a solar system on my nose and cheeks when I was young then. The planets and stars faded away as I got older.
     
 
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