Would someone explain to me, what the purpose is in getting tattoos on parts of the body that are normally covered by clothing? Am I missing something here?

In my humble opinion, I think tattoos are gross on the female body, no matter where they are. It's not religious, just my way of thinking. BTW, 3 or my 4 daughters have one or more tattoos, and I didn't hesitate to tell them how ridiculous they look. When my wife said something awhile back about putting a small tattoo on her leg, I told her to go ahead, and I would put one on my arm, the name of my former wife!

To Happy Inked College Girl: I think Margo got it only half right. No reason to let your mother in on this now; one of the beautiful things about privacy is that it is private. Enjoy that. However, a life time of hiding is a life time too long. When the birthing time arrives, just let the moment happen. If your mother is as hung-up over tattoos as you say, then, trust me, she is even more hung-up about being a grandmother! Babies trump tattoos every time! And surely your mother will make her opinion known, very vocally. Simply respond, "Yeah I know Mom. That is why I had them put on me instead of you. ... Look, the baby has your eyes (or nose, ears, hands, etc)."

To Matt: Do you broadcast all your quirks? To many, a tattoo is a very personal acknowledgment of a very private part of their life. Obviously, many other enjoy showing their tattoos. There is no right or wrong, it is to each their choice. My two tattoos are in between, not hidden not shown off. They are very personal about important parts of my life; and when asked I explain their meaning.

To Charles: I suppose that 3 of 4 daughters are, in part, showing their independence from your overbearing opinions and attitudes. What ever happened to their "pursuit of happiness"? Cherishing your daughters' individuality, creativeness, and living their own lives will go a lot further belittling them with your ridiculous chauvinism.