I know you are right that he knows better that you didn't mean it but I won't side with either you or him on the fact that he went. To his credit, sometimes people like us need to be "called" on our behaviors like this. We act out for a reason and say/do things we dont' mean, sometimes, god forbid even to actually 'test' the other person or get a reaction. I only say this because frankly I know I have done it, so I'm not judging you. But truth be told it may be good for you that he is willing to call you on these things at times. It pisses you off just the same I know but when you get a chance to step back think about this. I hate being called on my bad behavior but I always know that its good for me in the end. I hope you can calm down and see this.

On the tattoo thing, I'll be honest, that made him look like an *** if you ask me. I know he's probably not an all around jerk, I know you care for him but that is a ******, judgemental and discriminating thing to say. he's your brother for goodness sakes! I personally stand behind you in your outrage. I mean to shun someone not only because tattoos are commonplace today but because they might make you look bad? God. That was very egotistical and I hope you keep standing up for your brother. I would.