Did some embarrassing stick-and-pokes, but can only cover them up with more stick-and-pokes...
I, like the fool I am, thought that I should start doing stick-and-pokes as an alternative to self harm. Turns out that the (drunken, manic, borderline psychotic) state I am in when I cut is the exact opposite of what I need to be when I tattoo myself. Now I have the following things (emojis, yes emojis) tattooed on my thigh in black ink:
<3
13
:3
x_x
I am broke so I can't go to a pro. I want to cover them up with more stick-and-poke myself but am struggling for ideas with these symbols. Each is about 3/4" big. Everything I come up with is too ambitious for my skills so I'm looking for any ideas or advice. Any feedback is appreciated.
Posted Aug 4, 2025, 4:38 PM UTC
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