Do you know what I have done,
I've tattooed your name
right here on my right hand
so everyone will know about you.

I didn't have money so I couldn't
get it done by a professional.
I settled on a needle and ink
slowly and meticulously I poked myself.

3000 pokes and 50 minutes later
I finished your name and with that
you were forever etched upon my being.
I just hope it doesn't get infected.

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