In this episode of Hair Ties and Broken Pencils, Pete and Yesenia sit down for an honest look at how Pete’s tattoo career shaped their relationship, especially in the early years. What started as passion and ambition often turned into long hours at the shop, missed moments at home, and real tension between them. At one point, it became a question they couldn’t avoid: Did tattooing break us?

They talk openly about what it meant to balance marriage, creativity, and parenthood when their son was first born, and how sacrificing family time for shop time left lasting marks on both of them. Now, with their son grown and their lives in a different season, their perspective has shifted. This episode is about reflection and growth....looking at how time changes the way we understand sacrifice, success, and each other.

Things get fun on this episode of Hair Ties and Broken Pencils as Pete and Yesenia dive into a classic game of Would You Rather? From wild hypotheticals to sneaky trick questions, nothing is off limits. Get ready for laughs, surprises, and maybe even a few uncomfortable choices. Will they play nice… or take each other down? You’ll have to listen to find out. Don't miss this Laugh Out Loud episode!

This week on Hair Ties and Broken Pencils, Pete and Yesenia are joined by their longtime friend Elena for a fun and revealing conversation about Love Languages. After taking a few tests through different apps, the trio compares results and unpacks what their primary love languages say about how they give and receive love; in friendships, in relationships, and in everyday life. From unexpected results to deep realizations, this episode is all about learning how to show up for the people you care about in the way they actually feel loved. Expect laughs, honesty, and maybe a few “aha” moments.