Granny's Tattoos

Having one's person embellished with tattoos is all the rage today. Used to be that only carousing tars got tattooed in old Mandalay! They might have an 'anchor' or 'Mother' branded upon their chest, Their ship's name or a naughty quote of which they were obsessed! As an inquisitive lad I paid a dime to see tattooed ladies on a dare, Where they 'bared' their gaudy hides at a carnival or the county fair! Nowadays, for free I can see 'art' displayed on gals sashaying down the street. Some are very discreet - others flaunt tatoos most everywhere replete! Let me hasten to say it's none of my affair - I think they're very brave, But do they realize they're stuck with the things 'til planted in the grave? I can hear this question from their grandkids when they become a granny: "Nana! What are all those funny pictures doing on your arms and fanny?" Entry for Carol Eastman's "Humor Contest"