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myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships3 years ago

As many of you know, I will be celebrating my 50th birthday on July 30th. I have decided to get a tattoo of a small butterfly on my right leg just above my ankle bone. My hubby is 100% against this idea. We had a heated discussion over it just an hour ago. He said I should buy a new dress instead.
Years ago, before I met my hubby, I wanted to get a tattoo. I almost got it done on my 40th birthday. I am determined to get the butterfly tattoo on my 50th birthday. I know it will cause conflict, but it is something that is my personal decision to make. EB


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1. myLot reputation of 95/100. Sushicook (653)   ranked 1,965 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

I really think you should get it. A tattoo is a great and memorable way to celebrate a landmark in ones life, like turning 50.:D A dress you can only have for so long, but a tattoo stays with you.

Do you know why he's so against it? Is it personal preference only, or is it something else?


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

He thinks it is a waste of money. He does compliment others on their tattoos.


myLot reputation of 95/100. Sushicook (653)   ranked 1,965 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

In that case I REALLY think you should get it. If it makes you happy it could never be a waste of money:D
My mom got two tattoos on her shoulders, both aquired after she turned 50. We only live once, right?


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

Those are exactly my sentiments. I have long wanted to get a tattoo of a butterfly and the time has come.


myLot reputation of 99/100. rsmith512 (1510)   ranked 4,121 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

That is exactly how I was thinking!
A tattoo is a memorable thing, and at this age and how long you have waited...it is a milestone in your life.
It is not a waste of money at all!:D

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2. myLot reputation of 99/100. brendalee (5064)   ranked 3,336 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

I think you should just go get it done. Its something you have wanted so I don't see where its a problem. Its your body. Did he happen to say why he doesn't like tattoos? Its usually the other way around and the man wants one but the woman doesn't. I have been thinking about getting one and so has my boyfriend.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

He told me that the butterfly will get mishaped as I age. I am not getting it on a part of the body that stretches and wrinkles. I don't recall many wrinkled ankles.

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3. myLot reputation of 96/100. TerryZ (11466)   ranked 179 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

Well you have to let him do something he likes and you can get your tattoo. You guys both have to compromise on this. And I know you guys will work it out. But please dont fight.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

It is just a heated discussion. Well, maybe heated was the wrong wording. He disagrees with my getting the tattoo. I am following through with this.

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4. myLot reputation of 85/100. razcal2267 (9491)   ranked 41 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

Does your husband have a foot fetish and it will ruin his "experience"? If the answer is no then he needs to back down and let you have your birthday wish.

If you are still thinking about it almost 10 years ago then it is most likely something that you will not regret. When you do get it done you need to post a picture for us all to see.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

I think he is thinking of other ways to spend my money. But if I get the money as a gift for the tattoo, what can he say?


myLot reputation of 85/100. razcal2267 (9491)   ranked 41 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

There would not be much that he would be able to say then, plus how much could a tattoo of a butterfly really cost?


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

I think it will cost me about $50-$75. My son has offered to get one done by a friend he knows. But the friend isn't a professional artist.

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5. myLot reputation of 99/100. lilaclady (19664)   ranked 1,031 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

I think he will get over it, if it is something that means a lot to you then do it, maybe it would have been better for you to get one in a place that only he ever sees, that is working on a mans mind but then if you want something as nice as a little butterfly you will want to show it off...good on you for having the courage to do it...


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

I am sure he will be fine with it once I get it and he realizes that it is something that looks very pretty.

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6. myLot reputation of 99/100. villageanne (5888)   ranked 168 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

LOL Well It is your body. I personally do not have a tatoo. LDS are told by the Prophet to not have tatoos. I do not judge others though. It may be an interesting birthday for you. LOL Good luck in your decision


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

My mother is LDS and has a couple of tattoos. They were there before she joined the church. I believe that a tattoo is like jewelry, it is there for enhancement of beauty.


myLot reputation of 99/100. villageanne (5888)   ranked 168 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

I did not mean to offend you. Please forgive me if I did offend you. I really ment it when I said that I do not judge others.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

You could never say anything that would offend me. I value your friendship and your comments. Huggers to you.

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7. myLot reputation of 90/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 801 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

If this is something that you want then by all means go have it done..I almost think he doesn't want the tattoo to take away from how beautiful you are...He likes you just the way you are...It is your choice and once he sees it I am sure he will agree...My husband doesn't want me to get one either so I told him, fine then, I will get it under my boob where you can't see it...LOL..


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

You made me laugh!

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8. myLot reputation of 92/100. worldwise1 (6091)   ranked 40 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

Not to come between wedded bliss, Elusive, but I don't see why you shouldn't have your butterfly. I was always against them, but now I wish I had gotten a small one myself. If hubby wants you to be happy, he should concede this one thing for your special birthday. I hope that the two of you will come to a mutually satisfactory meeting of the minds. GOOD LUCK!


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9416)   ranked 1 out of 23,121 in relationships  3 years ago

With every relationship comes a little resistance. He will adjust.

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9. myLot reputation of 95/100. kebpete (6858)   ranked 412 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

You go girl glad to hear you are getting i got my first one last year and the deal with my husband,now i have four and he cant say to much because i pay for them with my money,my first was a small butter-fly on the left side of my chest my next which was about a couple of months later was humming bird on the righr side of my chest and i have one on each shoulder go for it.

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10. myLot reputation of 83/100. giftsandbagscom (12032)   ranked 875 out of 23,121 in relationships   3 years ago

it is so wonderful to hear you stand up strong. So many woman back up and put them second. You have every right to get the tattoo. It's not like your putting a skull on your chest. I can't wait to see your new tattoo. Good luck make it a pretty one too.

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