Please, I’m a single mom
We’re not trying to offend single moms around the globe. When you try to excuse yourself from small local companies that may be having difficulties by claiming you’re a single parent, it’s difficult to feel for them.
To be honest, the tattoo shop’s reaction was rather harsh; she was simply attempting to negotiate, but they’ve had enough characters try to take them for a spin. Tattoos are a form of art, not a stand at a flea market.