1. Attracted to the concept of body art.

2. Satisfying self-expression.

3. Same generational reasons people in Peoria or Fresno get them.

4. Trendsetting peers are doing it.

5. Unlike that glitter-makeup Olympic gymnasts wear, there is no risk that the ink will get in your eyes.

6. Has a slight hint of drama about it.

7. Starts conversations, some of which lead to intimate social congress.

8. Belief that it is mandatory.

9. Lasts longer than a Tweet.

10. Because tattoos will remind them of this time in their lives when they are old.

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