I am not sure quite how I feel about this new coming trend. I am getting an Addam's Family vibe for some reason. Not quite sure why I am having that reaction. I mean for decades folks have kept the ashes of loved ones on the mantle. Still something about peeling off a person's skin to save their tattoo strikes me differently.

However, if you'd like your family to keep a piece of your personality for posterity NAPSA is the group for you.

NAPSA is a nonprofit membership association of like-minded tattoo artists and enthusiasts. They say they provide a wide-array of support and benefits to the tattoo community — including artists, studios, collectors, and those curious about the industry. They also have preservation technique that you can take advantage of for a price all explained at savemyink.com .

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