Xiwang

I’ve been wanting a small symbol of optimism, and this ankle tattoo hits the mark perfectly. The Chinese character is crisp and clean, and it fits just right on my ankle. It’s simple but carries so much meaning.

The linework on this character is so clean, and at about an inch it fits perfectly above my ankle bone without wrapping around. Small enough to feel subtle but people still ask what it means, which is kind of the point.

I got this tiny character on the inside of my ankle and it healed cleanly in about two weeks. Knowing it stands for hope makes me smile every time I catch it in the mirror.