Some tattoos are filled to the brim with meaning, such as cross tattoos. Depending on the elements of their design, they can have a religious meaning or, if focused on the details of knot-work, for example, can take on a very different meaning depending on one’s ancestry or cultural interests and ideals. Meaning can give body art an everlasting worth, but is not completely necessary in order to enjoy an adornment. Sometimes, simplicity works best; consider butterfly tattoos. These light and seemingly chipper insects rarely inspire many depths of meaning, but a wearer of these images can be just as happy with their decision as those who turn to meaning to find worth in the design. Of course what a decision involving permanent body art ultimately boils down to is what you, the wearer, wants and expects to gain from the addition of an image to your skin. At the end of the day, it is you and no one else who must contend with your choice each day (unless you elect to ink your forehead, then others might feel involved in your decision as well) and so it is you who must be pleased over the years to come.
 
 
 

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