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I figured I ought to wait until Sunday to post my new tattoo here since it’s scriptural in nature — my third scripture tattoo, which may surprise people, but even if you’re not Christian (I’m not), if you know the Bible well, scriptural references are an extremely efficient way of communicating). This is of course Matthew 5:30;
5:30 And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.
The tattoo is on top of a large benign bone tumor that’s being removed this summer. The leg may or may not come off as well, but honestly, my attitude is pretty well summed up by Matthew 5:30. I’d rather have no leg than a gimpy leg or a leg that’s always in pain, and for whatever reason, reminding myself that this decision is ultimately inside my control helps me deal with the stress.
It’s brand-new-fresh in this photo and was done by the brilliant Chino who’s currently working here in Toronto at King of Fools. Best script artist in Toronto (not that that’s all he does!!!) in my opinion.
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66 responses to “Biblical or Medical?”
Whoo! Best of luck to you Shannon, and that verse really does fit the occasion 🙂 Do you have your other scripture tats on here?
Whoo! Best of luck to you Shannon, and that verse really does fit the occasion 🙂 Do you have your other scripture tats on here?
Oh, good luck, Shannon!!
P.S. & I love the tattoo! It looks so neat.
Oh, good luck, Shannon!!
P.S. & I love the tattoo! It looks so neat.
Good luck buddy x
Good luck buddy x
good luck! i’ll be keeping my fingers crossed for you
good luck! i’ll be keeping my fingers crossed for you
good luck!
good luck!
good luck! i like the way your tattoo is done…it kind of makes my eyes feel funny.
good luck! i like the way your tattoo is done…it kind of makes my eyes feel funny.
Now you just need “NOT THIS ONE” on the other leg, and you’re set :D. Good luck for your surgery.
Now you just need “NOT THIS ONE” on the other leg, and you’re set :D. Good luck for your surgery.
good luck dude!!!
good luck dude!!!
Best of luck, Shannon!
Best of luck, Shannon!
I’m praying for you.
I’m praying for you.
Best of luck! Hope for everything to turn out for the best!
Best of luck! Hope for everything to turn out for the best!
That’s beautiful. I love the meaning behind it and it would also be something nice to quote to people who are completely anti body modification (including surgeries). I’ve had my fair share and “I would’ve died” doesn’t always cut it.
That’s beautiful. I love the meaning behind it and it would also be something nice to quote to people who are completely anti body modification (including surgeries). I’ve had my fair share and “I would’ve died” doesn’t always cut it.
Good luck Shannon.
I really hope everything goes for the best.
Good luck Shannon.
I really hope everything goes for the best.
It’s such a uniqe and beautiful way to deal with such a hard thing, really inspiring.
we’re with you
🙂
You’re one strong person.
good luck!
It’s such a uniqe and beautiful way to deal with such a hard thing, really inspiring.
we’re with you
🙂
You’re one strong person.
good luck!
Wow, good luck!
That particular verse was a huge part of the book that I just finished reading (This Much Is True by Wally Lamb… I suggest everyone read it, it’s an amazing book). I love that verse.
Wow, good luck!
That particular verse was a huge part of the book that I just finished reading (This Much Is True by Wally Lamb… I suggest everyone read it, it’s an amazing book). I love that verse.
meow good luck dude!
meow good luck dude!
Its a great way to deal with something that is so devistating to you. Best of luck. I hope all goes well! Take care.
Its a great way to deal with something that is so devistating to you. Best of luck. I hope all goes well! Take care.
My husband thinks you should build a guillotine if the time comes. It seems like it would be less messy and leave a more even wound.
My husband thinks you should build a guillotine if the time comes. It seems like it would be less messy and leave a more even wound.
I admire your calm way of dealing with this, but I certainly don’t hope you’ll have to loose the leg.
God speed, sir!
I admire your calm way of dealing with this, but I certainly don’t hope you’ll have to loose the leg.
God speed, sir!
Wow, I hope it’s all better as soon as possible – is it weird that the first thought that popped into my head was “Shannon would look great with a leg missing.”? Tactless maybe?
Grr, I can think of lots of people that deserve intense pain, and you’re not one of them!
Wow, I hope it’s all better as soon as possible – is it weird that the first thought that popped into my head was “Shannon would look great with a leg missing.”? Tactless maybe?
Grr, I can think of lots of people that deserve intense pain, and you’re not one of them!
Best wishes Shannon
Best wishes Shannon
Shannon, I know I don’t know you but judging from your posts and articles you’re on of those people that just won’t be brought down by anything. Way to deal and best wishes.
Shannon, I know I don’t know you but judging from your posts and articles you’re on of those people that just won’t be brought down by anything. Way to deal and best wishes.
Good luck Shannon – if you do lose the leg, you can get a funky peg-leg! My Mum just lost an eye to cancer and shes loving the eyepatches. Kids love pirate-y stuff!
Good luck Shannon – if you do lose the leg, you can get a funky peg-leg! My Mum just lost an eye to cancer and shes loving the eyepatches. Kids love pirate-y stuff!
Nice!!
Best of luck with it all
P.S if u lose ur leg, can i have it?
Nice!!
Best of luck with it all
P.S if u lose ur leg, can i have it?
Beautiful lettering, and a beautiful concept. I am a Christian myself and though we don’t share the same faith, I’m glad you found some comfort in this verse.
Beautiful lettering, and a beautiful concept. I am a Christian myself and though we don’t share the same faith, I’m glad you found some comfort in this verse.