A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

Breakup Tattoos

I don’t know if Courtney‘s tattoo is about a breakup, but it’s probably a suitable follow-up to my tattoos of love entry (or even my own sad tale)…

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2 responses to “Breakup Tattoos”

  1. Shannon Larratt Avatar

    The following comments were imported from our old comment system:

    Posted on 01-28-2006 21:39:49 by -S
    You’re breaking my heart…

    Posted on 02-02-2006 12:20:05 by livingdeadoll
    “Dead men naked they shall be one with the man in the wind and the west moon.
    When their bones are picked clean and the clean bones gone they shall have stars at elbow and foot.

    Though they go mad they shall be sane.

    Though they sink through the sea they shall rise again.

    Though lovers be lost love shall not.

    And death shall have no dominion”
    Dylan Thomas

  2. Tanay Avatar

    Here is some practical advice to deal with life after a break up, relationship break down or divorce.
    1. Make a clean break. As tempting as it can be, if you are still in love with your EX, and they don’t reciprocate the feelings and intensity, then you’re better off making a clean break. This is true every time. Ex lover rarely make good friends after a break up.
    2. Delete all telephone numbers, email address and the like that contain your ex’s details. Keeping temptation at bay is vital.
    3. Clear out as many personal items as you can. Obviously keeping practical stuff is important, but, if you’re using your ex’s left behind items to remember them, then that’s no good. Clear them out as soon as possible.
    4. Treat yourself. Make sure you get used to enjoying yourself without your ex partner. Prove to yourself, your ex and others that you can smile again in spite of the circumstances. A divorce doesn’t mean you can’t laugh a lot.
    5. Let your frustrations, anger and bitterness come out. Write down your feeling or get some counselling. Even if it’s just a friend who will listen to you for a while. Blow off steam – it’s natural.

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