Hasta La Gadget!

All over Orlando, something unexpected and wonderful is happening.

Many Orlando tattoo shops have created special designs donated proceeds to the victims over the weekend, and lines were out the door and down the block. What a great way to show support for the victims and the gay community!

New trend in Orlando – Supporters getting Pulse tattoos. This is my daughter 😀 #OrlandoStrong #PulseShooting pic.twitter.com/2c9Puhj3nT

— sherry smith gray (@sherisaid) June 17, 2016

#OrlandoStrong #CoryStrong #loveislove pic.twitter.com/VkzyaS3OeX

— ML Van Valkenburgh (@SarielVV) June 17, 2016

ML Van Valkenburgh told me the story of her tattoo:

I live in College Park. I knew Cory Connell, who was killed at Pulse, casually–everyone in the neighborhood did. He worked at the Publix around the corner and he was incredibly kind and outgoing–the person who always had a smile for you.

I am also a writer for an online paper based in Chicago, and my publisher emailed me asking if I remembered his friend who had been instrumental in designing the site. He told me her brother Andy’s daughter was engaged to one of the victims’ brother. When I asked which victim, I was stunned to find out it was Cory. I contacted Andy to offer anything I could–meals, support, just ANYTHING. He asked the simplest thing of me. He asked that when I used the #OrlandoStrong hashtag in social media, I also use the #CoryStrong hashtag. And I promised I would.

This tattoo represents three things–the indomitable spirit of my city, my love and support for both the victims and families and my loved ones in the LGBTQ community, and my determination to keep a promise I made.

I’ve talked with Andy a lot this week and will be attending Cory’s wake tonight. I wanted to get this done prior to being there. I wanted the Connells to know the love their son put into the world will always live on.

Jeff Brow and Brian Wettstein, co-owners of The Doggie Door in Winter Park, got their first tattoos this weekend.

Joey Colon, 35, gets a tattoo honoring #PulseShooting victims #OrlandoStrong #OrlandoUnited pic.twitter.com/uAkopbjDdT

— Eileen Holliday (@EileenHolliday) June 17, 2016

I’m in tears over how much this tattoo means to me.. We’re strong and nothing can break us! ?????????? #OrlandoStrong pic.twitter.com/yHLhckRuJM

— Tyler Ortega (@Tyleraortega) June 16, 2016

One tattoo done . $50 donated. #prayfororlando #orlandostrong #pulse #pulseorlando pic.twitter.com/jIbwSOqR3P

— Leya Siri (@leyasiri) June 15, 2016

My tattoo for the @pulseorlando victims #oneheart #onelove #onepulse #orlandostrong #orlandounited pic.twitter.com/uZu7DDOAiT

— Tori (@tbear1369) June 15, 2016

Krystina Gilio, co-owner of Lady Luck Orlando, chose a beautiful cityscape underscored by a rainbow pulse.

One love. One heart. One pulse. I am #OrlandoLove #OrlandoStrong #OrlandoUnited

A photo posted by Princess Kari (@kari_salvat0r3) on Jun 17, 2016 at 5:34am PDT

New ink ?????????? This tragedy has honestly brought me so much more closer to the #LGBT community. I can probably speak for a lot of people saying that this moment has brought me to understand a lot more about a community I didn’t know much about. I thank the #LGBT community for still expressing nothing but love & unity even when they have so many reasons to be angry. May my fellow Orlando family rest in peace & their families find sanity during a time like this. I stand with you all. For me to permanently put this on my body just shows how much my city and these people have truly impacted my life. Thank you @tat2mafia for understanding my reason behind this tattoo & for bringing it to life ???? #OrlandoStrong #LoveisLove

A photo posted by Kay-Lani ?? (@viva_glam_kay) on Jun 16, 2016 at 7:34pm PDT

Tara is here bright & early! Come see her on this beautiful Friday! #BikiniWash #Baywash #Love #OrlandoStrong #BlondeBabe

A photo posted by Baywash Bikini Carwash (@baywashorlando) on Jun 17, 2016 at 6:38am PDT

We are currently doing tattoos like this one, ribbons and such at the shop to show our support we will be donating half of the proceeds to an eligible foundations and charities or if you have one of your preference we will donating to them. If you don’t know what you would want get then we can help you find a suitable design or you could also pick from a pre-made selection. Come see me and my 4 other coworkers at @brokenarrowtattoo we are located in longwood. For information call. 321-316-4700 Thank you all for your time! God Bless! #orlando #orlandostrong #florida #longwoodflorida #sanford #tattoo #tattoos #lgbt #onepulse #blackandgrey #brokenarrowtattoocompany

A photo posted by Luis Martinez (@inkd4life1) on Jun 17, 2016 at 6:33am PDT

Yesterday was my first day at Atomic Tattoos on the Florida Mall. I feel, it could not have been any more perfect. I got to help two people, pay their respect, to the victims of the tragedy that took place at Pulse last Sunday. As someone who is part of the LGBT community, this was an emotional moment for me, almost broke down into tears. Past generations have struggled and fought for our rights, for people to understand, that we are nothing but, human beings. It’s our turn now. Thank you @hcvb_ for letting me work with you!

A photo posted by Tattoos By Hermit (@tattoosbyhermit) on Jun 17, 2016 at 4:59am PDT

People have been getting #Pulse tattoos, with some parlours donating proceeds to #Orlando victims. #LoveIsLove pic.twitter.com/R4XhjH5Eb4

— Sarah O’Connell (@SarahO_Connell) June 19, 2016

Just talked to young lady who waited 12 hrs to get this #Pulse tattoo. She says proud to call #Orlando home. pic.twitter.com/zXQFti21Wu

— Kera Mashek (@ActionNewsKera) June 19, 2016

A little off-topic, but an Orlando Lynx bus is getting a makeover as well:

Being LGBTQ+ & a LYNX rider…this touches me so. TY @lynxbusorlando https://t.co/aATCEVKLm3 #OrlandoStrong #OrlandoUnited #OnePulse

— David Thomas Moran (@wideanglefocus) June 17, 2016

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