I have two tattoos. One on the outside left ankle and one on the inside right ankle. The left ankle one was done as a 23rd birthday present to myself. I loved it when I had it done. But it hasn't seemed to hold up as well as I would have liked. The right ankle one was done when I was 29, for no particular reason. I just wanted another one.
I joke around that my heritage is made up of all the white pasty people of Europe - English, Irish, Scottish, and German. But I guess I've always felt more connected with the Irish parts. Therefore, both of my tattoos are Irish themed.
The first tattoo was picked out of the book that tattoo parlor had. Yeah, I'm not that creative. It's a shamrock with a banner that says "Luck O' The Irish". Of course, you can't read what the stupid thing says. But that's okay. I'll get it fixed one day. I would like to see if I can get all my kids names in the banner instead, if that's possible. And of course, once we are through having kids. Button may or may not be our last. We don't know yet. Anyways, here's a shot of tattoo #1-
The second tattoo was sort of serendipitous. My mom knows I love Irish stuff and bought me an Irish themed beanie baby, probably for St. Patrick's day in 2004. The emblem on the bear's tummy was exactly what I had in mind for my next tattoo. In fact, that's what I said to her when I first saw the bear. "Thanks, Mom. I love it. I think this will be my next tattoo!" Sure enough, I took the bear to the parlor and had it done. The parts that are orange on my tattoo were actually sewn on the bear in gold thread, but I still loved the way it looked. And I think it's held up better than my first one. Granted it's only 5 years old, where my first one is almost 12. Here's #2 -
I had always kind of thought I would get more tattoos. But I know I won't. Part of the reason is DH. He's not big on tattoos and doesn't have any himself. He knew I had these two when we met and is okay with them. But he doesn't like the idea of me getting more. Yes, I know, my body, I can do what I like. But, honestly, I'm okay with not getting anymore. He is well aware of the fact that I will get the shamrock one re-done to put DS's and Button's name in the banner. But I've been telling him that I wanted to do that since before we were married. I think he's going to have a harder time when DS turns 18 though. DS is already planning out future tattoos! But what can I do or say. I have two tattoos and DS's dad has probably 10 or 15. Oh well!
I know I said no baby related stuff in this post, but I have to do the survey! It's been awhile.
How far along: 24 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 23 lbs (yes, that's gained)
Maternity clothes: Since week 10/11
Stretch marks: Yes, from my first pregnancy and from already being a big girl.
Sleep: I'm sleeping hard, but it's not necessarily good sleep.
Best moment this week: Getting to see Button again. And hearing/seeing/feeling him kick the doppler during the heartbeat check. I don't think he appreciated being woken up by his own heartbeat.
Movement: Everday! (right now, as I'm typing this, as a matter of fact)
Food cravings: I like Mexican food.
Gender: Leaning towards boy.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out: In, but bigger and flatter.
What I miss: I'm not missing too much right now.
What I am looking forward to: Getting started on the nursery!
Weekly Wisdom: For all the diabetic PG women and GD women, don't beat yourself up over the pills or insulin shots. It's what's best for your baby. This is coming from someone who now has to take 3 insulin shots a day and test glucose four times a day. I'm sure my insulin will change for the fourth time before Button gets here.
Milestones: I've reached V Day!! (the viability date)
