Apr 5, 2008

Here’s a photo of the new tat a week after I got it. Little scabs have covered the dots, and a slightly more raised one formed on the star, but everything looks well so far.

I may get the three inner dots increased in size, and enlarge the star so that the colors are more distinct. But obviously it needs to heal all the way before the decision can be made.

The blue on the star, shown here uncovering itself, looks exactly right…not so sure about the red yet. I’ve been using Dial antibacterial soap twice a day, and Aveeno lotion whenever I think of it. Being so tiny, the tattoo marks have barely itched, but they’re in an easy place to bump and get dirty—especially while walking all over campus in flip-flops.

All in all, I’m pleased, even if it needs a bit of touching-up. This past week has been fun, looking down and seeing my own private constellation, almost unnoticeable to anyone but me. I’m glad I got it, and look forward to the next one!

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