Do I like a tattoo or few? Absolutely! Both on myself and on others.
I currently have 6, well technically 5 1/2 because I still have around six hours left to go on my new one. Not that you’d know because the Keeper edits out my tattoos from any images to reduce the chances of being identified.
One or two of them were done when I was young, I got my first at fifteen. Whilst I wouldn’t chose the ones I picked back then I’m also not ashamed of any of them.
As someone that’s been into needleplay, it may not surprise you that I quite enjoy the sensation of tattoos. They relax me. Some of them have been more painful than others. The one on my hip, in this image, I fell asleep through. The only discomfort I was in was having to balance on my other hip.
However, the same cannot be said about the latest one. So far it has been six hours of agony and I’m not looking forward to the second session at all. The swelling and the pain of walking in the week that followed was also a surprise, I’ve never had soreness post tattoo before. I was planning on getting a matching one on my other leg in the future but I’m having to give that some serious consideration, do I really want to go through something this painful again? Maybe time will make me forget and it’ll be so pretty once it’s done.
But my relationship with pain has dramatically changed over the past year. My joints constantly ache and my muscles scream at me. The odd occasion that the Keeper has tried inserting a needle in me has made me scream at him to stop before I collapse into a sobbing heap not understanding what’s wrong with me. And now I’m stuck in a cycle of wanting to try again and yet being scared to which then makes me tense up which would make it more painful.
I digress.
I love the uniqueness of tattoos, how each one is both individual and personal to the individual it’s on. I love tracing a finger over the ink. I love peoples creativity and whilst it’s the artists work, the thought came from that person.
I think this is especially so in the case of people transforming surgical scars etc. You take something that has been traumatic and it turns into a story of growth and that is a truly beautiful thing.
I’m not a huge fan of couples tattoos, there’s too much at stake. We never know how long a relationship will last, even if we think we do. I took a massive risk with the Bee and honeycomb because so much about my name is wrapped up in my relationship with the Keeper. Would I still be Bee if we were to part ways, hopefully but I really can’t answer that and hope I never have to.
Tattoos are all kinds of wonderful for all kinds of different reasons. But getting any more maybe a step tattoo far for me.
Molly
I LOVE this tattoo. I remember when you got it and the look on your face of absolutely joy the first time you showed it to me.
I agree partner tattoos can be a risk (yep done that) but I am happy to say that I love them still. There were moments when I was not sure but over time they are a record of love and passion and I wouldn’t change a thing
Molly
Quinn Rhodes
This is INCREDIBLE. Your tattoo (and, ngl, your arse) are gorgeous. I’m looking forward to getting my first tattoo, though I am a little nervous about it hurting as a pain slut with a very low pain tolerance. And I’m sorry you’ve been struggling with pain over the last year – I hope your relationship with it changes again and you can go back to enjoying pain and sensation in ways you consent to!
David Mei
Lovely ink
I too have six tattoos.
They are addictive. I need to get something on my left forearm. Finding the right image and a good artist is a struggle. Thanks for sharing your art.
mywildlens
Oh I love your Bee, I think it is beautiful! I can very much relate to a change in the way pain is experienced, it sucks, but I hope that it improves for you.
I don’t have any tattoos, but I have been slightly tempted to consider one over my scars after seeing so many beautiful ones on here!
Modesty Ablaze
Oh to bee brave like you. That looks absolutely lovely !!!
Xxx – K
Storm Elliott
It’s lovely. I don’t have any tattoos but I really like them on other people. I don’t think I could handle the pain.
JerBear
That’s a beautiful tattoo placed perfectly and it is your signature creature, so well done on all levels.
HappyComeLucky
Your tattoos are beautiful and are a part of you. They are part of your story expressed on your skin. I adore them and you. I really hope that your next session is gentler. If I could hold your hand and take the pain for you I would.
And I am totally with you for needing to trace my finger across the sensual flesh to explore tattoos.