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I think it's the necessary surrender to a stranger's talent, and knowing that the final version won't look like what I have in my head, that has held me back thus far. A life lesson right there. This was so interesting to read, thank you.

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I'm glad to hear it resonated; thanks for reading. It is such a big thing to contemplate.

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I have been considering a tattoo for years and think I have settled on what it will be. In January it will be almost 2 years since I initially thought of the design so I think it’s a. Signal to go. Thank you for writing this.

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Shannan 💖 So lovely to have you here \(^u^)/ that is really exciting, I love hearing how people crystalise their own inner feelings into designs. Do share more in time please! xx

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Such a good point about the cocreation and collaboration. Love seeing it all come together though! The end result is phenomenonal. What a beautiful piece of art 🤩

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Thanks Cassie. It is interesting having not thought about it for about 10 years since I had it done and now having it all bubble up.

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I enjoyed listening to to this, this morning. I love the idea of packing pain into suitcases and sending it away. I have only had a small tattoo and got through it knowing it would be over soon 😂

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Frankie, thank you kindly for your words, you are the first person who has mentioned listening! It is really nice to know someone has. Probably obviously I haven't got any special recording equipment, just me on the laptop speakers, but we have to start somewhere eh! What is your tattoo of, if I may ask?

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It is just a small star at the bottom of my back (I've had it for years) , your post has got me thinking about adding to it in the future though!

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Oh, exciting! :-)

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I’ve enjoyed this dive into your journey, thanks! The final sleeve looks brilliant. Xo

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Thanks Gillian, glad it hear it was a good read.

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Thanks for the share. x

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