Yes indeed I have quite a few. Thank you for taking the time to indulge in my inky-ness. Of course you can pick favorites, I however just cannot seem to do that.
Patterns are huge for me also. They are a form of memory, communication, beauty, and so much more. Same goes with color.

Your tattoo is a secret no more, it is forever known on the blockchain now. I only have one on the side of my body, and yes it is pretty terrible pain.. Especially if you do not have much extra meat on your bones like you and I. I remember my teeth vibrating when the tattoo gun was on my ribcage.

I hear removal is worse, but I have no idea myself. Never will either. Ahhh, Thailand, my dream locale. Is this a hand-poked cover up that you are talking about? Or, just a regular tattoo? Either way I am sure it is beautiful, make it a mission to conquer that pain.