Mom had been thinking for a while about more ink. She has some that she got just because but more recently, it is about remembering the important things.
Which brings us to starfishes.... Thanks to Miss Connie for putting up a link to one variation of the story. We have seen many but this is a good one. Mom says these starfishes are a way for her to remember when it gets hard that she can't save every animal out there....but she can save the ones right in front of her right now. The top one is red/orange/yellow and the smaller two are shades of blues and then shades of greens.
Mom had talked to the artist last week and was going to go in this week but they take walk ins on Saturdays. She told him she would be there when they opened. Unfortuately, he wasn't there quite yet. He did managed to drag in (in the meantime mom went looking for her expo ticket and ended up with Frito - see Monday). He did a good job despite the hangover, and gave mom the "sorry I was late and hungover" pricing special.
The kitty there: that is Ivy. Mom got that last year. She originally wanted just a graphic design of a cat but found this picture of Ivy in our window and decided to use that. So, the princess is imortalized in ink. (not to inflate her ego any more or anything)
Oh - and Sparkle - we can't help you with the reptile one your mom has.....that is just not right. :)
Which brings us to starfishes.... Thanks to Miss Connie for putting up a link to one variation of the story. We have seen many but this is a good one. Mom says these starfishes are a way for her to remember when it gets hard that she can't save every animal out there....but she can save the ones right in front of her right now. The top one is red/orange/yellow and the smaller two are shades of blues and then shades of greens.
The kitty there: that is Ivy. Mom got that last year. She originally wanted just a graphic design of a cat but found this picture of Ivy in our window and decided to use that. So, the princess is imortalized in ink. (not to inflate her ego any more or anything)
Oh - and Sparkle - we can't help you with the reptile one your mom has.....that is just not right. :)
It looks very nice. That is a nice tribute to all the kitties you help!
ReplyDeleteI also wanted to thank you for stopping by my blog and sending get-well wishes for Milou. We really appreciate.
Purrs
Love your mom's ink! Our mom wants some so bad but she a real scaredy cat!
ReplyDeleteI guess that is the saddest part about trying to help animals is that we can't save them all. It is frustrating but just have to remember saving one is better than none. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI really like what Marg said. No one can do it all although their heart breaks that they can't but to help the ones you can...the stuff that angels are made from.
ReplyDeleteMommy can relate; hers always wants to help more animals, too. We thinks you do an amazing job, and we know the kitties appreciate all that you do for them. The ink is a beautiful reminder of the great work you do :)
ReplyDeleteIf it makes your mom happy that is what counts.
ReplyDeleteI have one tattoo that I've been thinking about covering... my sorority letters on the inside of my ankle. Still love my sisters (20+ years of being best friends and still going strong) but I'm in sandals whenever there's no snow on the ground and it's hard to work with kids and not be questioned 14 times per day. Debating between a grizzly bear silhouette (to honor my departed black lab Grizzly) or a starfish. Either one will make me cry.
ReplyDeleteHa roo, kitcat pals! We're trying to get all caught up but WOW, is it tough! Breaking this new recruit in takes a lot of time. I don't know how you do it with all your fosters!
ReplyDeleteI love the racetrack for the wee kits! That looks fun!
Play bows,
Zim
Mommy has always wanted to get some ink (of us) but that would probably cover all of her. MOL!
ReplyDeleteWe like the story of the starfish. It's very meaningful.
Ah! So the starfishes ARE kitties! Well, kind of.
ReplyDeleteyur mom should be WAY proud oh her self guys.... for helpin all de kittehz best az her can....if it wuz knot for her, lot oh em wood knot haz ther for ever homes.....trooly...N next tat...kneads ta be a trout :) !!!
ReplyDeleteWell, those are lovely starfishies (starfishi?), hangedover or not...
ReplyDeleteSuper INK Work.
ReplyDeleteWell that is sure way cool!!!
ReplyDeleteMom says she thinks the starfish are are marvelous tribute to all the kitties your mom has cared for (and cared about).
ReplyDeleteWe just thinks your mom is pawsome!
Sami, Sasha, & Saku
The starfish story is one of momma's favorites. She keeps a printed version hanging over her desk. (She is no near brave enough to go your route; she is terrified of needles)!
ReplyDeleteNice ink! We love that sentiment that you WILL change the lives of the kitties you save.
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