Judi Dench gets a tattoo!

Absolutely hate tattoos. Don't understand why you would get one at age 81?

I was fascinated listening to professor Sue Black recently talking about the use of tattoos in forensic identification. Here's an article:
cahid.dundee.ac.uk/news/cahid-scientists-seek-tattoos-and-piercings-victim-identification-database

Elrel
OMG, how funny!

No, was 'done' in Seattle in a tattoo parlour owned and run by women
It took 2 hours and the 'pain' was minimal
I reckoned if I had 3 children without epidural, a tattoo would be a breeze
Herewith as it was completed
Now 6 weeks old and beautiful ( to me!)

Elisabeth: ? at first I thought you meant you did it yourself ?
I wanted a Celtic band on my upper arm at one time but don't regret not having it done.
GD 16 and I discovered we both watch Tattoo Fixers.

I occasionally mutter 'Love your tats' as I pass somone with impressive body art, they usually appear pleased. Any else seen the amazing blue cat's head on the the throat of a N London Byron manager? She looks impressive.

Don't have one, don't want one and I don't have a strong opinion on those who choose to have them. Younger people view tattoos differently to older generations, they see them as body art.

Each to his own. I wouldn't have one but have no problem with any one who does. If they want to spoil their bodies so be it. My son has a dragon on his back and he knows exactly how I feel about it.

A friend of mine refers to them as 'Twatoos' and I think that sums up my thoughts exactly!!

I have just given myself a tattoo on my right outer calf
My 70 th birthday gift to myself
A watercolour style of 3 tulips, my favourite flower, to represent my 3 sons
Differing reactions from them all
' Honoured, ' 'WTF?' 'And are you having a full back piece next?'
Reckon I am old and wrinkly now, so it will not get any worse
I am thrilled

vampires have carpe jugulum for their tats.

the undertakers?
If she wanted a tat then so what, mind you, she is seizing the day a bit late.

Who would see her bottom in her coffin, unruffled? Unless...

I had a temporary one of the yin/yang symbol done on my hip bone 14 years ago! Was only meant to last a max of 10 years but is still going strong. My now ex husband absolutely hated it but it was the start of the new me and my freedom, I was a cowed and obedient child and teenager so this is my rebellious stage! I have just had some vibrant purple flashes put in my hair today yippee! Now oddly it is my daughter who does the eye rolling rather than my controlling parents but I am braver now and just laugh it off. Have fun while you can still make your own decisions

I have a friend whose mother-in-law asked the family to pay for a rose tattooed on her bottom for her 80th birthday present. When asked why, she said it was patriotic, she had always fancied having one and time was racing by, and it would look good in her coffin! Each to their own!

Oops poshkitty! Just seen your post. Sorry,no offence intended.

I don't like tattoos on women at all,whatever their age,and can only just about tolerate them on men.Unfortunately,a lot of women that have tattoos seem to have the same old stereotypical one on the bottom of their back,or a butterfly on their shoulder. Or worse still,their children's names and DOB on their arms.

Judgmental, rude, narrow minded post Ruth

So you are saying that Judy Dench is a tramp? what a horrid thing to say Krissie

it doesn't hurt much - honest.

I would love a butterfly tattoo on my shoulder, not sure about the pain though. I was going to have one for my 70th but chickened out in the end!

Did I read someone thought tattoos are tasteful? Lordy how standards have changed. Yuk!

Why is it brave to have a tattoo? Rather naff I think and oh sooooooo common and boring now! Just an opinion!

Given my family's predisposition towards Alzheimer's, I think by the time I'm 81 I might have to have my name and address tattoed on my wrist!

Seriously though, I've been tempted to have a tattoo along the side of my foot, below the ankle, just nice script saying 'Esperanza'. Prounounced 'shperanza', this is the Portuguese word for 'hope'. No reason, I just fancy it.

Personally I wouldn't like one, but each to her own and if that is what she wants then well done Judi Dench. My little rebellion came a few months ago when I had two more ear piercings done. I had to go to a tattoo parlour for one of them,which was a new experience, and earned me quite a bit of respect amongst the youngsters in my family.!

I nearly had my late daughters initials put on my wrist but changed my mind. Judy Dench is quite brave i think due to the pain factor of having a tattoo. Also i read that "carpe diem" means "seize the day". Only 2 days ago on a programme i heard a lady call tattoes "tramp stamp". So glad i didnt have one.

I have a small tattoo on the inside of my right wrist. It didn't hurt much and I can wear a watch or a bracelet if I want to cover it.

I think 'carpe didn't is an excellent choice.

Good for you Dame Judy. Her body, her choice.