Buy a Bike or Get a Tattoo???

gustergirl

So I received a cash gift from a family member who said I have to use it on myself. Easy enough!! I have always wanted a bike and now the kids are getting good at theirs I would feel comfortable having one! Plus I need something to crosstrain with since I am running. BUT I found a picture of this tree that I want a tattoo of. It has alot of meaning for me, all that Ive been through this year with the divorce plus what I have/will be going through as I am training for a half marathon. Basically it will be about my own strength etc. I feel like this is my one chance to get the tattoo with this extra money.

Which should I get?????

TheMaidOfAstolat

It's truly up to you...but I'd get the tat. You can always go to the gym and use a stationary bike or buy one pretty cheap. But the tat is a symbol of what you've been through and what you plan to acheive. I have a triquetra on my neck and plan on getting an eagle with Isaiah 40:31 on my right shoulder blade later this year.

xsargex

man i thought we were talking about motorcycles here. lame.

likes2bwet

Yup, I would have to go with that tattoo as well....make sure and send pics if you do!!

Tiddle

Tattoo

JLEC77

Which should I get?????
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Could you split the money between the two and save the rest for each until you have enough to get both? The bike will help you with your cardio marathon training...

mkwood10

So I received a cash gift from a family member who said I have to use it on myself. Easy enough!! I have always wanted a bike and now the kids are getting good at theirs I would feel comfortable having one! Plus I need something to crosstrain with since I am running. BUT I found a picture of this tree that I want a tattoo of. It has alot of meaning for me, all that Ive been through this year with the divorce plus what I have/will be going through as I am training for a half marathon. Basically it will be about my own strength etc. I feel like this is my one chance to get the tattoo with this extra money.

Which should I get?????

Get the tattoo!!! You'll use it for inspiration as you continue on in life's journey. I got a butterfly on the inside of my right ankle as my reward to myself for surviving 20 years of marriage in 2001, and I've NEVER regretted it!! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :happy: :happy:
BTW....... the marriage is now at 27+ years and better now than it was at 20 years!

MacMadame

I'd get the bike!

But you should get whichever one you won't figure out how without using this money. I.E., spend it on the thing you wouldn't buy for yourself anyway later on.

girlygirl82

Go for the TATOO!! Since it is very meaningful for you and this year has been so important in blossoming you into the person that you are.... I double vote for tatoo. : )

xsargex

Here's a fun and wild idea. You could pay off some debt. Or maybe put it in savings. Maybe invest it.
I dunno, I'm a nut like that.

MDF08

man i thought we were talking about motorcycles here. lame.

LOL:laugh:

toots99

Since I have 8 tattoos and no bike, I'm gonna say tattoo! :laugh:

mkwood10

Here's a fun and wild idea. You could pay off some debt. Or maybe put it in savings. Maybe invest it.
I dunno, I'm a nut like that.

XSarge,
Silly guy......... she said that the gift had a stipulation that she had to spend it on herself... :laugh:

Shanta1983

Get the Bike, I am going to purchase my bike tommorrow Om off, Im so excited cant wait, I feel like a big kid, Im ready to get these thunders thighs in check.

gustergirl

You guys are totally not a good influence LOL


Such a hard decision:sad:

MissesOfficer

I like tattooss!!!!!

neenaleigh

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Get the Tattoo! ... and buy a used bike! That way you can have both!

jojo52610

Tattoo -

Funny I want a bike and a new tatto as well can't afford either one
:sad:

Shannon023

I'm gonna say bike.

You'll get stronger legs/smaller butt/fresh air & making memories with the kids! :drinker:

FluffnStuff

I've got lots of tattoos and a bike.
It depends on which means the most to you.
One thing i am learning... with weight loss... tattoos shift and change, so.... be prepared for that.
I used to LOVE my bike, but got out of practice... so it sits in the shop.

None of us can/should make the decision for you. It's yours to make based of your personal desires.... the artwork won't change... it will still be there say... when you hit goal.

heather0mc

ooohhhh, tuff one!

first thought was tat (i got one after going thru a bunch of personal poop) because it will remind you of yourself today, where you have come from and where you are going...

BUT after hearing how they shift and change, maybe after you drop the rest of your weight it should be your reward. who knows, maybe you will improve on the design and make it even more meaningful!

either way, keep us posted! :flowerforyou: :drinker:

Shanta1983

I'm gonna say bike.

You'll get stronger legs/smaller butt/fresh air & making memories with the kids! :drinker:

I agree

KimberlyKurtz

Go for a tattoo if it's meaningful to you. I got my when I turned 25 after my grams passed away. Just remember it's forever and additive to some so I've hear.

chgudnitz

Go for the tattoo. Cross train with strength training. Don't worry about the tat shift, the tiny bit of weight you have left to get to goal wont shift it anyways.

Get the tat and I'll know who you are then at the 1/2 in Philly!!! :glasses:

femmerides

i agree with the majority. get a tattoo and buy a cheap used bike on craigslist. :flowerforyou:

cheermom11

TATTOO!!

souchie

Go for the tat, to justify spending the money you earned might make it difficult to actually part with, ,,for an item you might later see as being a luxury (the tat). Whereas, spending your hard earned cash on a bike for exercise might seem like a necessity, and parted with a little easier....then maybe you can get both without feeling so guilty!

Make sure it's some place you won't regret....and be aware, it takes a few minutes, and I don't care what people say,...it hurts!

d2rala

I have to say go for the bike.
I have a cheap bike from Target, and it's just not as comfortable of a ride as I would like. If I had the extra cash, I would have gone for the upgrade.
I'd save the tat until I got to my body goal.
Just an opinion

xsargex

Here's a fun and wild idea. You could pay off some debt. Or maybe put it in savings. Maybe invest it.
I dunno, I'm a nut like that.

XSarge,
Silly guy......... she said that the gift had a stipulation that she had to spend it on herself... :laugh:

what making a credit card payment isn't a purchase? :yawn:

arewethereyet

BUY A BIKE!!!! Oh sorry, didnt mean to yell!!

:laugh:

I love my bike!!:glasses:

RunRideRay

OK, I have got the killer idea.

How about a bike with your tat sticker on it! Killer!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Absolutely no question... it's all about the bike.