beware of band guys, and ...

tattoo artists!

Tonight one of my friends went to get tattooed at a shop I've been meaning to check out. One of the artists that tattoo's there does amazing traditional work, so I was excited to finally get the chance to chat with him. As the hours rolled on (and my friend was getting tattooed) I got to look at his portfolios, and get to know the artist a little better. He seemed like a great guy, somebody I'd go to in the future for work, and someone I'd hang out with socially for fun. UNTIL all of a sudden he leans in to kiss me. My immediate reaction was to pull back, and I did. I couldn't help but be offended, and laugh at his attempt for a smooch. At what point did he think it would be okay to try that? I never gave off any flirting vibes, all of our conversations were strictly on a new-friend (not "new friend") level.

I guess for some people that wouldn't be a big deal.. but I'm pretty offended. I guess in todays society it's getting harder for guys and girls to just be FRIENDS, at least on the guys part.

Tattoo artists.. just add them to the group of guys that you can't trust.