I have a few tattoos. I had one covered up with a new design. Do you have any tattoos?
I do not - I am a coward when it comes to needles. I do love tattoos though, just on other people! What are your tattoos of?
I have a large peony flower, which is my favourite flower. I also have a quote and an abstract design tattoo. They all have special meaning. 
That sounds very special. A friend of mine has a tattoo of a tiger on her right shoulder. It's quite spectacular.
Tattoos really aren't that painful- you get used to it if they take a long time. THe ink can irritate your skin though. 
I'm allergic to pain, lol. Presumably you go to a tattoo artist. Do they discuss the artwork with you or do you take a picture of what you want to show them?
You tell the tattoo artisit what you'd like and they will design it. Tattoo artists usually apprentice under a mentor for several years.