I take it your not a parent, but when you are you will realize how i feel. there will never be a moment where i will be embarrased because of my son, or anything to do with my son, including a tattoo that i want to get. the shield would definatly get the point across and i like the concept but its not my style, thanks tho for the positive input. Thank you for a worthless post, im looking for opinions on designs on the tattoo not what you think about tattoos in general. she has been involved in this idea the entire way through, i actually told her about raido's idea with the 2 hands and she really liked that. i know it should be personal and i think there is no better way for it to be personal seeing as it will be for someone of my own blood. i guess i will have to cross that bridge when i come to it, but with my age, i do not see my self having any more kids any time soon. most of this stuff is lookin good guys, thank you to the ones who have put in useful comments, anyone else have any ideas id love to hear em.