Teenagers and tattoos

My daughter got her firs tat when she was 18. It was a compromise. I let her get that instead of getting her lip pierced. For my daughter it is a form of self-expression. She is a wonderful girl who has a job and goes to college. She just likes to push the envelope a bit. All of her tatoos are able to be covered up. I can think of worse things. She has never been in trouble. I figure if this makes her happy then she should do it. I also think if when she gets older and regrets it she can always get them removed.

Glass Castle

I am really enjoying the book so far. The kids really don't know any other life. If they did I think they would see what a deprived life they live. The mother is so in her own little world . The kids practically raise themselves. They are however very creative thinkers. In some ways I am surprised they  have faired as well as they have.

Life

You know life hardly ever works out like we want or plan it. I have learned that lifes lessons are wonderful learning experiences. Through all of mine it has made me a stronger person, one who is not afraid to speak for herself, or go after something. Lately I have experienced many out of my comfort zone experiences.They have turned out well. It has encouraged me not to be so shy. Although some experiences cause pain in the end they all make us who we are and that is a good thing!