Ink'd Again

Over Christmas I decided to get my second tattoo. I already received one that was I was thrilled with and they aren't lying when they say it becomes addicting.

This one is a finch who represents Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird. (It's placed on my left shoulder). TKAMB is one of my all time favorite books because of its power in storytelling and its relevance even today. Atticus Finch to me is a literary hero who stands up for justice and what is right no matter the cost and no matter if knows he's going to lose. He reminds me we too must often do just that.

"Courage is not a man with a gun in his hand. It's knowing you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do." 

This serves as a reminder to me that courage not giving up, that standing up for justice is always important, even when we do lose. After all, Jesus stood against injustice and his accusers murdered him on a cross.

And this reminder hurt significantly more than the first one that's for sure.

The Story of My Tattoo

Back in March I decided to get a tattoo. It was a long process to decide whether or not I wanted it, but here is a bit of the journey. It was started because of 30 Before 30: Do All The Things goals.

The tattoo place - Faithful and True in Fresno, CA

My best friend, Sol, went with me as moral support. 

Channelle in the process of making it. Didn't hurt as much as I thought it would. 

See - all smiles! 

The finished product. 

This is a reminder to me of God's promises and hope. For when I am obedient to follow God whether through the mountains or the valleys he always provides freedom. Sometimes it's difficult to keep climbing but faithfulness is action and every step I take is an act of faith. And my faith in God brings freedom, healing, and restoration. 

"I lift my eyes to the mountains, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." - Psalm 121:1-2