Tattoos

I decided this week that on the anniversary of Mom's death, I'm getting the tattoo that I've been saying I was going to get for years now. I have a design in mind, but haven't put it to paper yet. I'd like it to represent the pain, growth and renewal of life. Not an easy task. When I told DH my plan he decided to do the same. He couldn't decide what he wanted to honor Mom with though.
From the time Mom met DH, over 20 years ago, she always told him he had so much potential. He has worked very hard over the years to try and live up to what she saw in him. He feels as though he failed her in many ways and has a really hard time with the fact that she'll never see him "succeed"(in his eyes, not hers) So, I suggested that he get the Chinese character for "potential". He loved the idea and did a little research to find it. So in a little over a month, DH and I will be getting our tattoos. Luckily, both of our kids will be away at camp that week. My DD has already voiced her disapproval, so I'd rather not have to hear a lecture. :) Although, I'm putting mine on my hip, so she won't see it.
Our suite renovation for Grandma is coming along nicely. The contractors finished up this week so the rest is up to us. I've already gotten some painting done, but still have a few more days of work. DH has to finish the bathroom. That's on the agenda for next weekend. The closer to moving day it gets, the more excited about the plan I am. I had another run in with the witchy nurse at the center this week. It really solidified in my mind that this is the right decision. Not that it mattered at this point!