In a previous blog I admitted to my groupielike status, which I have decided to change.

Last friday I got a tattoo - #7 as a matter of fact,  it’s the logo of my “favorite” band. They’re not musically perfect or critically acclaimed but I love them dearly… for their lyrics & music, for their personalities, for their wild on the road antics, for giving me the “keys” and VIP/All Access passes to backstages around the world. I will always be thankful for them for all of the experiences I’ve had, the diverse people I’ve encountered & befriended, and the knowledge I’ve gained. So they deserve to be on my skin the same way they are etched in my heart & soul.

In about 10 days I will celebrate my 30th birthday (which I’m looking forward to leaving the confusion of my 20’s) and I will have the opportunity to show off my new tattoo - to the people who created & insipired it. It’s their logo & in groupie fashion I will raise my skirt up my thigh to show the band exactly how their are held in my heart and permanently etched/inked into my skin. It’s the ultimate tribute and show of gratitude. In 10 days, I’ll be attending my last “on the road” show - 6 hours from my home - basically around the corner when compared to my previous travels with this band. They always make me feel as if I am world away…. which after 7 days of returning to work I will need!!! The amazing thing about this trip is I am celebrating 3 decades of surviving the hard knock life and I am able to party at 3 events in the same venue - one tour (4 bands) plays at 5pm in the small room, a second tour (5 bands) plays at 7pm in the larger room and at 9 pm the smaller room becomes a DJ hosted Mardi Gras bash =) Music, Music, Music!!! The best medicine in the world!

I will miss my out of town escapes/excursions but I’m giving them up for something more important - school & saving to move out of the ghosttown I currently live in - those two things are SO important to me that I can sacrifice shows. Besides, when I get to the city I want to live in, I will be able to see shows every single night. Small sacrifice right?

In case you’re wondering exactly which band I’m talking about - which I am so in love with . . . here ya go! If you don’t know which band this belongs to - ask me & I’ll tell - in the meantime - - - - Mis Hermanos ~ Te Amo Siempre!!!!

PS - This pic was taken at the tattoo shop - about 10 minutes old (notice the red swelling LOL)