Ever seen a tattoo and wonder the meaning behind it? Bindi Irwin took to Instagram to share her new ink in a photo with her daughter, Grace. Let's just say that the meaning behind it is more than meets the eye and will have you reaching for the tissues.
Ever since welcoming baby Grace into the world on March 25, 2021 (which also happens to be her and Chandler Powell's wedding anniversary), the 10-month-old has been the star of Bindi's Instagram.
To pay tribute to the two people she loves, Bindi decided to make things permanent with a delicate tattoo that reads "My graceful warrior."
Baby Grace steals the show with her adorable chubby cheeks and itsy bitsy hands, but it's Bindi's caption that has fans in their feels. Bindi's tattoo symbolizes the first words she spoke to Grace which eventually inspired her name. The phrase is written in her father Steve Irwin's handwriting to always have a piece of him wherever she may go. "This is my dad’s handwriting to keep him with me, always. Our dear alligator, Daisy, is next to these words to represent our conservation work as Wildlife Warriors."
Her second photo shows a dainty tattoo around her ring finger. She writes "And my beautiful wedding ring in bloom. Validation every day of the three most important things in my life: family, purpose and unconditional love."
Fans immediately ran to the comments to share their thoughts. "Looks amazing! Love it! 💛," "Congratulations for making it so far, YOU'RE the warrior here! ❤ 👏" and "A beautiful message to honor your dad. 💗" were a few of the sweet messages fans left for Bindi. Even her husband, Chandler, took the time to leave a sweet comment: "Such gorgeous artwork❤️ You amaze me every day. Each one is meaningful to mark this special time in our life together. Also, the Florida in me loves the alligator. 🐊 Love you so much."
Like her father, Bindi is passionate about conservation so it's only fitting that part of her tattoo involves wildlife and represents her family's work as Wildlife Warriors.
We can't wait to see more snapshots of Bindi with Grace as we're sure tons of adventure comes with those Irwin genes!
Chaise Sanders is an Associate Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers anything from lifestyle and beauty to entertainment and style. Wanna upgrade your skincare game? She's got you covered with the best facial cleansing brushes. Or maybe you're in need of a new true crime show to binge? Got that covered too! Prior to joining the Cosmo team, Chaise was an editor at Country Living (also part of the Hearst fam) where she interviewed celebs like Dolly Parton, LeAnn Rimes and even Martha Stewart. Now, as one of the Big Apple's newest residents, there's a good chance that you can catch her checking out an Insta-worthy cafe or spending way to much $$$ in vintage stores.
