I can’t even go to the beach or walk freely because children are scared of me because of my tattoos

British mom Melissa Sloan, who is heavily tattooed, has opened up about the criticism she faces due to her extreme tattoos.

This time, the issue involves beaches. Melissa shared that she avoids going to the beach because kids stare at her and sometimes even run away. As a result, she feels unable to go anywhere comfortably.

Lamenting, she said: “I avoid the beach and won’t be going anywhere,” Melissa said.

“Kids stare, point or run off when they see me.

“I think my tattoos scare them and parents will also look at me strangely, so it’s usually an awkward outing that I’d rather avoid.

“My ink confuses most people and I don’t care, this is who I am.

“But even so, it can be tiring to have to be on alert for any negative comments or looks.

“So for my well being, I sometimes avoid things I enjoy, like going to the beach or a public pool when it’s sunny.”

Melissa Sloan also shared that she relies on her husband to do the shopping because she doesn’t feel free to go out. She revealed that she has even been banned from her kids’ school, the local pub, churches, and other places.

She said: “Since I’ve been banned from my local pub for life, the beer garden also isn’t an option.

“It’s a sacrifice I accept and my family accept me for who I am – my kids included.

“But I wish I didn’t have to hide my skin because others can’t accept that we don’t all have to look the same.”