Good post there bud. My wife just had half sleeve done which now has three mandala's in it, two butterflies, some script and a faded background done beautifully. I will put up a pick soon. Now she is on my case to get, but it being a permanent thing I am taking my time.
I would love to see a picture of that! Mandala's make for some beautiful tattoo's, I am sure it looks amazing. I can understand the hesitation, it is a big commitment to get a Tattoo. You have to be really sure its something that you want forever
Will post that photo soon. Indeed, not something I want to rush into blindly