MY FIRST TATTOO
This time of year.
So many bad things have happened in my life… this time of year.
So many miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies, IVF…
A botched surgery that left me with a colostomy bag for a while and a stomach full of scars, inside and out. Physical and mental trauma…
A dog bite to the face that partially detached my nose almost exactly a year ago…
One thing I’ve learned. I’m not in control. As much as I try… it’s just not up to me. But, God’s got me. Whatever gets thrown my way, He has His hand directly on it, in it, and has not and will not ever leave my side.
So? BRING IT.
I had no control over any of the things that have happened to me (for me ). But today, I did have control over the decision to get my very first tattoo. I chose Jeremiah 29:11… a verse about God’s plan… a verse to remind me that I had control over putting it on my body… but HE is guiding my whole journey.
I have teamed up with the AMAZING women of Etch Life to bring you these super bright, fun, and meaningful goodies. A portion of proceeds will benefit Love INC of Clay County, helping families in need.
I had so much fun designing everything and including the very message I now wear permanently on my rib cage.
I used to look in the mirror and focus solely on my scars. And there are lots of them. There are mental scars no one can see. But now, I stare at these words and I feel peace. I feel held! I feel strong.
So much gratitude.