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A lot of people kiss their pets or non-human animals in general. I find that very weird. I understand that it is a sign of affection but it seems so off. One reason is that I doubt whether animals really understand this. Also it seems to be on a level of intimacy to me that I find weird sharing with a pet. Not necessarily romantically or sexually (that would be even more weird and wrong and probably illegal). But it is still "more". I am not sure whether I can really explain why exactly I find that weird.

Anyway, what is something that is weird to you but not to most other people?

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[–] DandomRude@piefed.social 21 points 4 days ago (3 children)

I've always found tattoos a bit strange. Not that they bother me in any way - quite the contrary - I just could never really understand why someone would get a name, a quote, a picture, or whatever permanently inked on their skin.

[–] DaniNatrix@leminal.space 2 points 2 days ago

So, I'm not into words or images from pop culture etc. (that's just my taste, I think people should get what they like regardless) but I have three larger pieces on me. All three are original artwork by the artist, I gave them an idea of the general imagery/vibe I was going for and then handed them the reins. Also chose someone who's dominant art style correlated with the style I wanted. I love art and it makes me happy to carry beautiful and original artwork with me wherever I go.

[–] RBWells@lemmy.world 8 points 3 days ago (1 children)

For decoration. I like them, and also like scars - bodies move through time and I like when our lives mark them, I guess.

[–] BuboScandiacus@mander.xyz -1 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Hey why don’t you wash your hands after going to the bathroom?

[–] RBWells@lemmy.world 1 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

? I do. Only at home, it's sometimes before not after. Because hands are considerably more dirty than pussy. So if battling any hint of UTI, washing them before is recommended.

[–] bran_buckler@lemmy.world 9 points 4 days ago

I got mine to be a reminder. Some things you don’t want to take for granted, and it’s nice to remember that.

You could also get one as a sort of badge of honor. Maybe you achieved a life milestone, or beat the odds and survived in someway.

There’s also a thought that you can’t take your body with you, so you might as well have some fun with it while you can. Tattoos can give you a way to express yourself, not unlike fashion, haircuts or anything else. Everything adds to someone’s persona.

They also make for great conversation starters!