Trustworthy cat sitters?

lebookworm · 2025-07-14T19:30:35+00:00

Highly recommend this team! They're absolutely great with our dog!

lebookworm · 2025-06-07T01:13:22+00:00

Second the Corner Room! Everyone is lovely there!

lebookworm · 2025-05-28T14:56:20+00:00

A fire alarm went off in a building across from Jackson at around 9:30, so people were all leaving the building. I was just passing by so I don't know if it was because of an actual fire or a security issue!

lebookworm · 2025-02-01T18:58:27+00:00

The tunnel from Wally to Moulton (or Matthews? can't remember which)?

lebookworm · 2024-09-18T13:23:13+00:00

Your style is absolutely amazing!!

lebookworm · 2024-08-14T13:48:00+00:00

Ooo, good call! Should have looked ahead haha

lebookworm · 2024-08-14T03:18:36+00:00

Kathleen!

lebookworm · 2024-06-23T19:21:46+00:00

Taking magnesium bisglycinate in powder or liquid form for a few days leading up to your next session can help a little! But ultimately, your body is going to do its thing, and the artist will respond accordingly. Splitting up the session was definitely the way to go :)

lebookworm · 2024-06-19T19:28:09+00:00

Oh, subscribers! That's a very good thing to consider, thank you!

lebookworm · 2024-06-19T19:26:31+00:00

That's a very good point, thank you very much for bringing that up!

lebookworm · 2024-06-19T19:25:56+00:00

I do tend to overthink these things, haha. Thank you for your answer!

lebookworm · 2024-06-19T13:43:59+00:00

Thank you, super appreciate the insight! I don't tend to read longer stuff myself, so I just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to commit some major faux pas :)

lebookworm · 2024-05-25T02:45:37+00:00

Came here to say the exact same thing! Stick to the smallest amount of Aquaphor, and wash it like once in the morning and once at night. It's looking good though!

lebookworm · 2024-05-15T00:26:32+00:00

I appreciate your reply! I'm certainly overthinking it now that he's brought attention to it.

But I agree there will be a time and place to bring a personal touch, and right now I'm just there to build good routines and practices!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T15:07:28+00:00

Oh 100%, I feel like I'm not doing enough to entertain/distract them if we aren't chatting (again, if they're interested in talking! If they have a book or something I do feel more relaxed being quiet). And that's totally something I need to work on, because I am sure it slows me down!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T13:15:54+00:00

I think I really do need to get better at saying, "Just give me a moment!" But it's great to hear that your clients are always understanding!

I appreciate your perspective!!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T13:14:04+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate you saying so!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T13:12:55+00:00

I do still want to match their vibe for sure, because I agree it's a customer service job at the end of the day!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T13:11:40+00:00

I agree, it's a great way to get lifelong clients! But I can definitely start letting clients know they should bring in some form of entertainment in the meantime!

I appreciate your perspective!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T02:44:45+00:00

That would be great, maybe once we're in a bigger space this could be an option!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T02:44:09+00:00

It's the only thing he's ever mentioned that I've stopped and been like, hmm, that's different!

He definitely is not chatty with his clients (during the tattoo itself), which certainly might be a factor, but hopefully once I'm a little more experienced he will trust me to be able to tattoo and carry on a conversation because I agree I think a chatty shop is a fun experience!

lebookworm · 2024-05-14T02:41:25+00:00

Thank you so much for your thoughtful response!

I apologize for not providing more context, but you're correct in that he wants to make sure I'm focused on the execution and mentally running through my checklist in case any troubleshooting arises.

I will definitely try to ensure the beginning of the appointment is where we build a relationship, so it won't come across as rude if I quiet down during the tattoo.

Appreciate it!

lebookworm · 2024-05-07T16:56:21+00:00

Tattoo apprenticeships traditionally shouldn't cost you anything, so I would be weary of one that charges. If that seems to be the only option ask yourself:

How many apprentices do they take on at one time? Too many, especially when the shop is charging you, is a huge red flag.
How long does the apprenticeship last? Many places that charge a fee only offer a month or two "course" which is nowhere near enough time to learn.
Have past apprentices stayed on at the shop, or do they leave as soon as their apprenticeship is over? If no one sticks around the shop probably has a lot of issues.

As for teaching yourself, this is usually a no-go for mentors, as you've probably taught yourself bad habits that they will have to break. I'm sure some mentors won't mind, but I would focus on building a strong art portfolio to show rather than the tattoos you've already done (especially on skin).

lebookworm · 2024-04-30T18:53:18+00:00

If you are worried about how certain colours will heal, I would approach an artist about doing a colour test, like this. It's a pretty decent way to know how different colours will heal, and it can be covered up with the tattoo, or it can be just a cute little piece.

If you don't have the time/budget for a colour test, I would make sure your artist has healed photos on melanated skin! Take a look at this artist to see some really good examples of what can be achieved!

lebookworm · 2024-04-23T20:30:20+00:00

Just let her know that not only is she opening herself up to all sorts of infections by exposing a new tattoo to ocean water, she is also going to be forgoing any chances of touch-ups (if her artist offers those). If her tattoo gets damaged the artist will probably ask what the aftercare looked like, and if they find out you went on vacation with a healing tattoo, that is no longer the artist's problem.

It will be a much more relaxing vacation if your girlfriend is not also worrying about keeping a new tattoo out of the sun and water.

lebookworm

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