Am I too old for this???

my2monkeyboys wrote: I have been wanting an eyebrow ring for about 4-5 years now. I've finally decided I want to do it. The problem I have is wondering if I am too old for this. I will be turning 31 next month. I usually don't care what is thought of me, but since I've become a mom I've been more concerned as I don't want to reflect poorly on Will.
At the moment I only have ear piercings (3 in 1 ear, 4 in the other), and plan on getting my first (and only) tattoo for my birthday. The only reason I haven't gotten it yet is bc I can't find exactly what I want, but I'm just going to have someone draw it for me now.
Anyway, my DH doesn't care one way or the other about the eyebrow ring, so he's no help! My best friend wants me to, but she's a freak so that doesn't really help!

(Oh, and I'm a stay-at-home mom, so no work-related problems are a concern.)

So what do y'all think?
Please be honest!!!
Thanks!

C&K*s Mommie replied: In the end do what you want to do. But I said yes.
On some people I think it looks great, but usually it is accompanied with other tattoos, piercings, and a personal style. For the average person I think it would not be fitting.

amymom replied: I won't vote, because I really don't like them no matter age or anything. So I would say NO! don't do it. But it really is up to you. Good luck with your decision!

Crystalina replied: I say do what you want. I mean, you can always take it out if it turns out you don't like it.

For me though I could not. I'm also a sahm and I don't go out (to bars or anything) so for me I would have an eyebrow ring and the only people to see it would be my extended family, friends (who don't have peircings) and my kids. I guess I just wouldn't have anyone to show it off to.

Boys r us replied: I voted yes! My brother is 34 and just got his ear pierced and basically everyone now knows he's "going through some sort of early mid life crisis" !

I don't know..in my mind that stuff is for teens - early 20's. Truthfully, I kind of snicker when I see someone my age(30) with eyebrow rings or lip rings, unless it is someone who like someone else said, lives that lifestyle of the inked up, holes everywhere kinda person..then it's obviously just something they're way into, btu to see it on a "normal" person to me is sort of silly at our age!

hopefulmomtobe replied: You wont be getting your one and only tattoo though.....I said that with my first tattoo that I got when I was 28 (and I was very strong about my feelings on only having one!!!), then 33...I got another. They are addictive!

stella6979 replied: I've never been the type to care what people think, so if you want one, I say go for it. If you're worried about people "judging" you, just because you have an eyebrow ring, then screw them.

boyohboyohboy replied: I dont like these on anyone either, so my vote is no, but honestly its not like its permanet, so you could do it for a while, and then if you dont like it, or it makes you feel uncomfortable, you can take it out.
and in the end you just should do what you want to do.

Boo&BugsMom replied: It depends on what it would look like. On some people they look nice as long as they are danty and small, but on other people they just look odd. To me, it's not an age thing, it's whether it would look right or not on yourself.

HuskerMom replied:
That's very true. I got my first tattoo at 16 and after that immediately wanted more. Now I'm thinking about my fourth

MyBrownEyedBoy replied: Okay, I am not a fan of facial piercings. Other places don't bother me much. But think on the way it will look down the road. Holes don't close up completely. I can still see the holes from my belly piercing and I haven't worn a ring in nearly 8 years. So even if you take the ring out, you will still be able to see the hole. Just keep in mind.

Hillbilly Housewife replied:
I agree. It's body art, not a sign you're living a wild lifestyle, nor that you're going through a midlife crisis.

I've had lots of piercings... and lots of tattoos.... but I've never had an eyebrow ring. I'd have liked to get one when I was a bit younger and wilder.... but now I don't see the point for myself, heck I don't wear any of my other piercings.

You can take it out if you don't like it, anyways.

my2monkeyboys replied: I'm afraid that everyone will think I've gone off the deep end... kind of like a 40-yr-old buying a convertible!
To me though, it's that I've thought more about it, considered everything, and am now old enough to make a decision. The same thing with the tattoo. I've always kind of wanted one, but just never knew what I wanted. When I finally decided, I've still waited to make sure it's perfect and all of that.
For those who voted that I am too old, do you feel the same way about tattoos, or is it bc it's a facial piercing, as opposed to like a belly or tongue ring, that can sort of be hidden?
I just don't know... I'd love a tiny little gold hoop on my left eyebrow. But I may very well look stupid.

Hillbilly Housewife replied: Well if you think you look stupid once you have it in, you can always take it out.

As far as tattoos... my mom's 48 and got two of them last year.

I'm just about 25...and I've decided I'm going to get myself another one. This will be my 8th time, although technically only my 7th tattoo, since I had an addition done to a previous one.

cameragirl21 replied: personally, i don't care for facial piercings but i voted no, that you're not too old because age is just a number...look at Sharon Stone, she's pushing 50...will she ever be too old for anything?
probably not.

MyBrownEyedBoy replied: I just wanted to clarify. I did NOT vote, "Yes you're too old". I just wrote some words of caution. In my opinion, there isn't any such thing as too old. My mom's 50 and she now has more tattoos and piercings than I have or have ever had. If it is something you've give thought to, and you obviously have, then go for it. If you think you look stupid, then like Rocky said, take it out. The facial piercing thing just isn't my cup of tea. However, I've loved tattoos since I got my first one 12 years ago. And before that. I was thinking on my first tattoo when I was 15. 3 years before I ever got it.

C&K*s Mommie replied: Tattoos, imo, look good on anyone-- at any age. I am 29 now and I still have yet to get the two that I want but I will eventually. Facial piercings, again imo, look good in multiple numbers- a single piercing seems out of place to me especially on someone who you would not expect to see it on. I see nothing wrong with anyone who has piercings or tats- to each his own. I would never judge anyone for the choice that they made, you are the ultimate one to decide in the end. However I am of the belief that if you are going to do something do it BIG- and go all the way. Multiple tattoos that have a personal meaning to you, multiple peircings if you choose, etc...

A&A'smommy replied: IMHO I think eyebrow rings are kinda trashy.. not trying to start anything but its just kinda how I see it. I just don't think they look good on anyone

TANNER'S MOM replied: Well I am having my mid life crisis too. When I was 32 I got two tattoo's (my first, I said I only needed one too.. but then I see more now) And I got my belly button peirced and I have 10 ear peircings. Five on each side. I think it's want.. nothing is permanent except the ink. I mean it's not forever, take it out and let it grow.

Calimama replied:
I feel the same way. But you aren't doing it for other people right? You're doing it for yourself!

Boys r us replied: Tattoos I feel differently about. I say go for the tattoo and kudos for waiting it out to find the perfect one for you. i have no reasoning behind thinking that facial piercings are for the younger crowd, but I just do. and for what it's worth the people I think of when I think of facial piercings are what we here in my town call "The dirty Kids" they're the ones who hang out downtown here on the streets in packs and reek of paccholi(sp?) and look like they haven't bathed in weeks..heck maybe months. So..after some thought, i'm more along the line of thought as Jess, I just don't really like them on anyone, think they're kinda trashy...but even more so on a "bonified adult"!

Jackie012007 replied: I think if you get something tiny, it would be fine. I have my nose pierced with just a tiny little rhinestone stud and I love it - I'm almost 23. I considered taking it out because I was going to be a mom and I thought no one would take me seriously, but no one seems to notice or mind!

If it's going to make you happy, do it - and like others said, you can always take it out. Although just a caution, an eyebrow piercing can leave substantial scarring and any hair that is in the place where the piercing wil be, won't grow back if you decide you don't like it and then let it heal. Just something to think about!

Crystalina replied:
So basically Nicole thinks if your going to do it do it all the way. Like this...




Joking! I'm sure she meant nothing of the sort. This is just what I envisioned when she said that.

Calimama replied:
Oh wow!!

kimberley replied: if u really want it, i said go for it. piercings aren't as taboo as they once were. as long as it's something tasteful (like no skull or something lol), i don't see the problem. Jamie has one and no one even blinks at it anymore. he just has a keeper in. he said it didn't even hurt and u wouldn't notice the hole if he took it out.

C&K*s Mommie replied: That's a scary lookin dude Crystal!

He definately took to heart, the "go big or go home" attitude!

Nina J replied: You only get one life, why waste it worrying what people think of you? Do what you want so when you're old and dying you won't think about what you could've done.

Plus, it's not like it has to be a permenant thing.

my2monkeyboys replied: How crazy is that person (not sure if it's a guy or girl)!?! I bet they have to steer clear of all things magnetic!
I think the make-up/tattoos are what freaks me out the most though... kind of like a sadistic clown.

You know, I think you're right NinaJ, Kimberly and the others who said it's my life. I think I will get it. If I look stupid, then so be it. I'm sure I do sometimes anyway!

Now, to loosen up the grip on my money for it. (It costs $40 around here to have it done!)
Thanks for all the help ladies!