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[-] Mouselemming@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 days ago

Tabby cat patterns shift over time as the multicolored hairs of their fur grows. Which is why it's a dumb idea for a tattoo. But maybe in the moment they just really liked the design.

[-] jol@discuss.tchncs.de 4 points 2 days ago

Thank you, that actually teaches me something new and adds important context.

[-] Nurse_Robot@lemmy.world 35 points 2 days ago

It captured a moment in time, and it's a representation of a source of love and affection. There are far worse tattoos out there, no need to shit on someone's artistic decisions.

[-] nightofmichelinstars@sopuli.xyz 10 points 2 days ago

Especially because without the cat, it's impossible to tell what it is either way. The pattern started out abstract and the tattoo is as close as it needs to be. It's a memory.

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