Got a couple. I think the fact you've waited and still want one is a good thing. All I'd say is do some serious research and try to come up with something that means something to you. Just go on google images and type in tattoo ideas. You'll get an idea of what is likely to work for you from there. If you are a top artist yourself or have a mate who is, then make use of it!
I am in the process of looking through some sleeves as I fancy one. I am also looking at one to come from my back and over shoulder onto my chest. My mate got his done by a Japanese expert when he was in London for a few days. He got this massive cockerel which is very colourful and to be honest pretty good. His party trick is "Right who wants to see my cock?"
I've looked into some tattoo artists that are local.
The type of tattoo I'd love is the one on this page - http://www.tattoostation.co.uk/city/gal_kv2.html
Sroll your mouse over the one on the top left corner, the sleeve of skulls one, and look at the example on the right. The guy who's left arm is covered in skulls.
That's the sort of thing I'd love. I'm waiting because It's a big decision and I need to know what I'm going to mark my skin with for the rest of my life.

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