Tattoos are often symbolic and getting inked is not something to take lightly.
People who do take the plunge usually want a design that represents something in their life.
Here are 20 photos of tattoos that are both beautiful and meaningful.
1. A paw print for every cat she's adopted

© pitbullmom91 / Reddit
2. This represents their battle against depression and anxiety

© AlyssonFromBrazil / Reddit
3. Whatever happens, keep moving forward

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4. From a jigsaw puzzle they did with their grandma

© Dream-Head / Reddit
5. Her fiance asked for her hand in marriage during a forest walk

© urlocalveggie / Reddit
6. An image of the clarinet that their dad made

© BaleineBleue_ / Reddit
7. For a dear departed pet

© _allyp / Reddit
8. Based on Pirates of the Caribbean - their favorite movie

© danabk / Reddit
9. Very clever!

© oodlesofschmoodles / Reddit
10. When you're a Simpsons fan

© amazing_cucumber / Reddit
11. A drawing that she did when she was young

© loon-atic / Reddit
12. Her grandma called her "Peach"

© Rose-orange-county / Reddit
13. Mum, daughter and adopted daughter unite!

© PrincessMiaMoo / Reddit
14. From a photo of her mom and dad during their honeymoon

© Sleexic / Reddit
15. The best grandma in the world

© probablyoliver / Reddit
16. True love!

© hayley1337 / Reddit
17. A special quote

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18. A Simpsons version of their family

© MrSoloDolo0 / Reddit
19. A symbol of their love for each other

© Deni-art / Reddit
20. Best friends forever

© LdyGoodBread / Reddit