Tatt it Up!! 01012009

So I'm thinking about new ideas for tattoos that I plan on getting this year. As far as placement I am thinking about getting one on my left collarbone, just so it is covered by my shirts. I know not to get it somewhere that is easily visible and not able to be covered. So my first idea comes from the far east.

Heaven

Which made me think of also getting earth on the right collarbone. Or switching it for heaven on the right and earth on the left. The meaning would signify the unity of opposites, the need that they have for each other. Just as arguments and stories, there are two sides (sometimes more).
But then I thought that I already have a Japanese character imprinted on me, go for something more symbolic. And I instantly thought about the Adrinka symbols that I have seen around in tattoo parlors.

Gye Nyame
"Except for God"

Sankofa
"Return and get it"

Both of these symbols give way to personal interpretations that I have learned and practiced. The first symbol can be seen as no man can judge me; there is but one being to revere, God. As I calculate my actions and determine allt he consequences, I often take into consideration how others will view me. And as I have grown, I realize that the people's whose opinions I hold in high esteem don't really matter in the biggest picture. The second symbol and my favorite can be interpreted as learning from the past. I believe that we can learn so much from our past and the past of those around us. If not for the virtue taught, we can at least know how not to act in different situtaions. Coupled along with the idea of a changing world, this notion can lead to revolutionary ideas.

As I write this I believe a decision has been made. Stay tuned for more updates!