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The image on my back (the two half moons, connected by a thorned vine and
the symbols) represents the message of balance and the difficulty humans
have in achieving that. One moon is serene, the other is fierce. Humans
have a habit of treating each other like shit and the thorned vine
represents the separation between them.
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Upper right shoulder | |||||||||||||
At age 18, I decided to pursue my first tattoo. I knew I wanted a skull (skulls have been a fascination for me since childhood) however, the meaning behind the tattoo came clear either during the tattoo being done or just soon after. For me, the skull represents the facet of all humans that every person has within (take away the skin and what is left is the same). The dagger symbolizes the self inflicted pain we partake in towards ourselves. The lotus flower on the forehead symbolizes the possibility of rebirth that CAN happen. The flaming star is the reminder that HEY, quit bein an asshole and know yer only hurting yourself!
Back of the Neck Center |
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The tattoo on my
neck represents Druid wisdom, a knower of truth and the symbol is the
circle of life. The Druids were people whom may have originated from
Ireland. I say "may have" because there is difficulty in tracing the actual history as little of it is on paper. They were teachers, philosophers, and diviners that honored the earth. From their tutelage came the Celts and their warrior-like honor. The Druids also held their women in high regard as the wise women who
passed on their knowledge. In short, "the picture that emerges of a druid, then, is one of a thoughtful philosopher and magician, schooled in the lore of the traditions, and in charge of the education of the chieftains as well as those who sought esoteric knowledge. A druid is a knower of truth, able to manipulate that truth as well as inform others about it. Scholars, they were advisers to kings. As healers, they treated the ill. These roles may seem to be details, but they are the foundation which a allows a more detailed discussion of magic, philosophy, and the relevance of the druids to today’s world."
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Both Wrists |
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The wrists are a design that combines the Lunar Goddess medallion and art
from the La Tene Celtic period. Not that I am all about gods and goddesses (more like energies), however, I do feel a strong attraction to the moon and the universe stars. Friends have called me "moon goddess" or D.G. (short for Dark Goddess) and frankly, that fits me just fine! The sun and moon under the wrists represent again, the balance we as humans must achieve to find harmony (the sun is defense, the moon is
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Navel |
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My
navel tattoo is a very personal message to me. One of my issues had been
balance between the mind, body and emotions. The tattoo is a Druid
symbol for balance, something everyone yearns for in their life, the set
point where everything falls into place. |
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