I got my first tattoo in 2000, the year tattooing became legal in Massachusetts. It was a simple vine and a couple of flowers above my right ankle. I have since added to that tattoo and gotten two others but when I got that first one I distinctly remember Dale saying, “good for you, I love it, but it’s not for me. I’ll never get a tattoo.”
Fast forward 11 years . . .
Dale now has a tattoo.
His inspiration for the design comes from his love for Civil War history and reenacting. The arm and sword is the arm of Myles Standish from the Massachusetts State Flag as depicted on the original Massachusetts Volunteer Militia button used by the soldiers from our beloved commonwealth.
It’s perfect for him. And you know what I said? “Good for you, I love it, I’m glad you decided it is for you after all. And now I need to get another tattoo.”
Heh heh… funny how that worked out, yes? Good for him, it’s a very striking and thoughtful design. Like you said, perfect for him.
Never say Never!
Times change! It’s a great tattoo, perfect for Dale.
Wait. What? Tattooing used to be illegal in Mass?
It looks great and is quite special!
Looks great! So cool that he “marked” himself with his personal passion!
It couldn’t be more perfect for Dale! Love it.
I admit to being in the “Good for you, but it’s not for me” camp, but I’ve gotta say – that tat is perfect for Dale, and it looks great on him.
I have so many involuntary scars that I’ve never seen the point of getting one on purpose. Have to say, though, that Dale’s tattoo is quite attractive.
Perfect tattoo for Dale! Is one of your knitting needles :)?
funny story but i’m glad he decided to go for it – that tattoo seems a perfect for him!
Love it – just right.
Go Dale! What a great tattoo!!
So, you’re going for it again, Carole? So what’s next?
It is definitely perfect for Dale! Maybe I’ll be ready to get mine & we can go together ….
Awwwwwwwwwwwww…
Took him long enough. ;^)
never say never indeed!
never say never indeed!
Very cool, indeed! He’s got a nice arm too! 😉
Good for Dale! It does seem perfect.
Go Dale!!!
Very nice tattoo for Dale!