Bad Ink: Season 1: Episode 5. "The girl with the dragon tattoo"

How many times have you heard the phrase..."Exit Only!". I'm sure you can catch on to that quick enough and save me from having to explain..

I've heard that said many times...but I really don't think it's something you NEED to have tattoo'd...poorly tattoo'd..above your booty crack. *sigh*

This episode really wasn't one of my fav's so far..below is the before and after...

I don't know about you..but I prefer the after photo. :)

Bad Ink; Season 1: Episode 4. "Nobody put's that tattoo in the corner!"

I'm really into this show. I don't know HOW I didn't know about this until the other day. 

I don't think I have ever discussed my tattoo's on my blog.so now is a wonderful time..right? 

Alright..

My first tattoo was done in 2004. I was actually pregnant with my son at the time. I was a little scared because I had NO idea what to expect pain wise. So many people told me it would hurt..so I decided to play it safe and just get three small stars on my lower leg. One larger (about the size of a quarter) star with the letter F in it. F stood for my husband's (at the time) first name, Frank. There were two small stars beside the larger one that were for Keisha and Trey. 

After getting the stars..and finding out for myself that it really didn't hurt at all..I decided to add on to that piece. Initially the goal was to have stars going up my leg. Unfortunately..things didn't go the way I had planned. I have a bunch of stars that are on the top of my foot and up my calf. The problem is that I had asked for a few stars to look like shooting stars. The result was it looking as though I have ink smeared all over my leg. Horrible. At some point...this will be a covered up. 

My second tattoo is on my sternum. It says Evol (love backwards.) Now..that one was a little unpleasant at times. It felt as if someone was drilling into my chest. 

My third tattoo is on my inner arm right above my wrist. This tattoo means so much to me. I EARNED this tattoo. There is SO much meaning behind it. I am a believer that art tells a story...It doesn't matter whether that art is on paper or skin..there is a story. This tattoo tells a story of pain, fear, overcoming, strength, survival, victory. This tattoo is a teall ribbon that stands for Ovarian Cancer Awareness. There's some fancy doodles around it also. 

So now you know MY story..let's see what this episode has for us..

So this episode is a little different. These two men have horrible tattoo's...and they want them even worse! Which is worse? That's what they are competing against. Interesting..

So here's the before pictures of what they already have..followed by the AFTER photo's that should be..even WORSE! 

*Shaking my head....*

Some people. 

The final projects...

Who won the challenge with the worst tattoo?? I guess you'll have to go watch the show. *wink* 

And for the added chuckle...it might be wise to make sure your tattoo artist knows how to spell..so that you don't end up with any ...

wait for it....

Masterchef: Season 1 Episode 1

I decided that I was going to document/keep track of shows I'm watching..beginning from the very first episodes. Although it'll be neat to look back at my reviews/thoughts/opinions..it'll also help me keep track of what I've seen..or where I am at! 

Masterchef is a show that I've watched before..actually..just this last season was the first time I had watched the show. I LOVED it. I am not a good cook..but I do enjoy watching others..and I am a huge fan of Ramsey! 

So...with that said...let's begin and talk about a few of the contestants that stood out for one reason or another! :) 


Chris: Beer Cheese soup.  I am not a beer drinker..so the thought of beer in my food is not something that appeals to me. Gordon's comment was that it had to be the most disgusting soup he's tasted his whole life. I think I will listen to his opinion and....never try it! Ha. :) 

Mike the server: Duck Ssam. He's a fast little bugger. Moves and talks with such speed...Tires me out just watchin' the guy. Haha. I have never had duck..so I'm not sure what it tastes like (or what it is supposed to taste like). What I did like..was that he acted more like he wanted to be there than some of the others. He was visibly nervous and trying hard..which is how ALL contestants should have been. Gordon said that he moved and cooked like a chef. Graham said it was sex in his mouth! haha. I'm interested to see how far this guy goes.

Tracy the Atlanta Doctor: Smothered Chicken with grilled brussel sprouts.  Well..she's a doctor..so she should be able to cook, right? Her story pulled the heart strings...but I got the impression that her food was just..a regular home cooked meal with her momma's recipe that really didn't stand out as much as some others..but they saw something in her and hopefully she proves to them that she has what it takes. 


David M. the software engineer from Boston: New England style Bouillabaisse   . This guy has a big personality...and an attitude that I just can't decide whether I like or not. There's a fine line between being confident and down right cocky...First impression...I think he seems a bit cocky.  As for the food..I have never heard of what he made..but his attitude was enough for me to say no. He's not one that I will be rooting for, unfortunately. 

Avis from LA: Catfish:   She sure loves her southern comfort foods...but are they enough? Do they stand out? I love her personality! Unfortunately..again..I can't give my thoughts on the type of food she cooked because I don't like seafood of any kind. lol. Her presentation was addressed as a concern and I can see why. Her plating looked like she was at home loading her plate up with a big family meal. 


Farmer Randy: Loaded baked potato: Heh..well...The sad reality (in my opinion, of course) is that not only could I have easily made his dish (and I am NO cook..)...but I could probably have done it way better. That's NOT a good thing. The farmer said his dish.. "is what it is"..and he's right. It's a dud..*waves goodbye to Farmer Randy." 

Of course the above contestants are only a couple out of a large amount...but I think it will be interesting to see how this season pans out..and I'm sure I'll provide random opinions throughout each episode. :) 

Bad Ink..Season 1..Episode 3. A hot rod like you've never seen...

"Dearly beloved..we are gathered here today..to say goodbye to Kristen's weaner." 

Looks like she traded in her HOT ROD..for a Hooter! 

Bad Ink: Season 1: Episode 2 .. Monkey Spankin'

"Why don't you come back to my place and spank my monkey?"

No Thanks. 

So..as you can see above..that is the before and after of one of the clients that was shown on the Bad Ink TV show. The individual with the above tattoo's was apparently big on Pick up lines..and that seemed to be what his tattoo was based off of. Cracked me up, of course..but I still can't help but wonder what in the heck people are thinking sometimes. Ha. 

Here are some other teaser pics from this episode! I really do suggest this show to anyone that enjoys body art...and some humor! 

"From Baywatch...to Buttwatch"

As much as I wish I could take credit for the genius title of this post..I can't. 

I began watching the A&E series called Bad Ink. 

I LOVE tattoo's. I have several and plan on getting many more in the future....

In the Season 1 Episode 1...A young lady has one of her tattoo's fixed. I couldn't help but chuckle. 

The before Picture: 

As you can see in the picture above...she has a large piece on top (It's a large Scorpion) and below that..is...PAMELA ANDERSONS FACE!. *Insert long pause.....* 

Here are my thoughts:

1. I don't even care what your excuse is (drunk..etc). There's just no valid excuse for this. Ha.

2. The "artist" should stick to a job that doesn't involve putting art on anothers body. I don't even think I can call this art. It's not good..and the quality is even worse. Come on now! 

The next picture..is the what it looked like after they cover'd this up...

Now...This is MUCH better than what was there to begin with...but I'm really not that impressed..which was kind of dissapointing. This is a TV show..I assumed the artwork done would be top notch. Maybe I am judging too soon..this is only the first episode. 

The pictures above were not taken by me..I simply found them on the internet and borrowed them to share with you. Let's see what's next!

As if the above wasn't enough..I couldn't help but share this one with you also. In case you can't figure it out..it's a turd..with angel wings...lol. 

I have no words..lol..And this is only the first episode! I have a feeling this show will provide us with plenty of chuckles! 

Educate..Entertain..Help others...

Below are a few website's you should check out! Some are sure to teach you a few things you didn't know. :) 

Free Rice This website is so neat! They ask you trivia questions. For each correct answer you give..they donate 10 grains of rice to the United Nations World Food Program! Not only are you able to answer some fun trivia..but you're helping others in the process. WIN WIN! 

UDACITY This website offers free educational courses that are primarily focused around mathematics and programming. They offer courses for all skill levels. 

Charity Navigator  I love this site! This website reviews charities to better help you locate charities that you are interested in or would like to know more information about. With so many wonderful charities out there..this site can help you find the perfect fit for you if you are looking to become involved or contribute in many ways! 

Open Culture Open Culture is an AWESOME website that offers FREE educational courses and resources to better educate individuals on many important topics.  

FREE Guitar Lessons This is amazing website that has FREE guitar lessons for all skill levels. Check it out and take advantage of the wonderful learning possibilities that are provided.