My mom is an older Mexican Christian. She is anti-tattoo and piercing. When I got my first tattoo she freaked out. I got three tattoos this weekend and I will be seeing her soon.
2007-04-30 12:04:38 · 15 answers · asked by katrinadarksky 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
If they are on a part of your body that can be covered up, then just keep them covered. What would be the point of upsetting her? I don't know your age, but let me give you a tip regarding mothers and tattoos......I'm 39 now and started getting tattoos last year. My mom never saw my first one (we live quite a distance apart) but when she found out (my sister spilled the beans) she was very unhappy and I got a lot of lectures...you'll never outgrow being lectured by your mom is my point. She has no clue about my later tattoos and what she doesn't know won't hurt her. I'll just cover them when I see her. I've also made it a point not to tell my sister either.... :)
I doubt she'll ever change her opinion and there is no point in hurting her if you can avoid it. Moms will just be moms.
2007-04-30 13:46:37 · answer #1 · answered by jkc 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fisrt, are you of age to get tattoos? Second, are the tattoos visible? I do not think you should ever intentionally hide things from your parents, however if it is in a place she would never see it, then there is no point in flashing them to her. I think if they are not visible there is no reason she should ever know. If these tattoos are visible, you can just ignore them. Act like it is nothing. If she notices, and asks why you would do this, then let her know the meaning behind the tattoos. A lot of people do not think tattoos are are beautiful, simply because of the fact they do not understand the reason behind the tattoo. If the conversation runs into the whole "when your old," or the "its against the bible" just let her know you respect her wishes, and that is why you never brought it up intentionally to her. Let her know that we all turn wrinkly at some age, and its a lot better to turn old and be happy with what you did when you were younger than being unhappy. Remember also that there are a few passages in the bible that mention not scarring your body, but there are just as many passages mentioning that we should do as we want to our bodies as long as it is in the name of God. Throw in a bit of God meaning behind those tats and let her know you are showing your religion! well unless its skulls and a crossbone! lol Good luck!
2007-04-30 12:49:44 · answer #2 · answered by amykaye 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Will you still like or want these tattoos in say 20 or 30 years? Is this to attract boys or just to be cool; part of the group? Is this just because Mom said, "NO"? Go get some more, that'll show her! Most piercings will heal up, but a tattoo is FOREVER. What a shame to have to hide from your mother from now on. But hey, you're a big girl now, and you can do what you want.
2007-04-30 12:21:52 · answer #3 · answered by MikieB 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I got my first one a couple weeks ago and I didn't advertise it to my parents just let them say something on their own. Obviously you are at least 18 so she can't really do much about it. Just be cool about it and don't say anything unless she asks. Mine is visible from the right angle but can't be seen just looking at me. Take it cautiously or tell her. She'll be mad either way if she's that religiously strict, it's up to you how she finds out. Good luck! I bet they look awesome!
2007-04-30 15:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by ~Les~ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you can't hide them then you should tell her something really really really bad. not sure what that would be in your particular case but something that would be much worse than having tattoos and then when she does freak out say "okay not really but i did get some more tattoos"
it may work!
2007-05-01 01:01:56 · answer #5 · answered by somebody's a mom!! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok , tell her this crazy story about you running down the street naked during spring break for some marti gras beads an ended up in bed with 4 guys all night. an when she has a crazy look on her face say JUST KIDDING all i got was a couple little tattooes thats all! lol
2007-04-30 15:30:41 · answer #6 · answered by peeps you 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Do you need to show them? She's not going to change her mind, probably. No point in giving her - or yourself - something to stress about. Don't hide it; just don't force the issue. Some folks are happiest when they can feign ignorance.
I'm assuming you're 18 or older. Otherwise, hmm... probably still best to do the above.
2007-04-30 12:15:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just tell her she did an excellent job raising a child who is secure enough to make her own decisions, and know that her mom still loves her! Then take the tongue lashes, you knew it was coming when you got the work done!!
2007-04-30 12:18:23 · answer #8 · answered by jenn_a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you cant control other people's reactions, only how you present yourself.
she already knows you have a tattoo so there's nothing she can do now!!!
Would you rather tell her you have a tattoo or are going to have an unexpected baby??? the choice is yours!! :-)
2007-04-30 12:19:58 · answer #9 · answered by Cynthia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends...are they someplace she will easily see them? If not, just cover them up.
If she'll see them anyway, you might as well face the music and get it over with, girlfriend. Better she freaks now than later.
2007-04-30 12:55:57 · answer #10 · answered by Mel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋