Ep 7. It's So Hard To Say Goodbye

It's So Hard To Say Goodbye is the seventh episode of season six of Black Ink Crew: Chicago. In this episode, the crew is saying goodbye to an old friend. A close friend of the crew, Miss Kitty, is leaving to go start her own business in New York. Due to the pandemic, the departure is more emotional than usual with the crew having to adjust to sending off a friend during such uncertain times.

As they reflect on their friendship, Ryan decides to throw a going away party for Miss Kitty. The party becomes an opportunity for the crew to celebrate their bond and friendship with Miss Kitty. Everyone shows up to show their support for Miss Kitty. The party is full of music, laughter, and speeches from each of the crew members.

Van is one of the first to give a speech, sharing his admiration for Miss Kitty and what she brought to the shop. He notes how much she added to the culture of the shop and how much he personally will miss her presence. Don, on the other hand, decides to take a more comedic approach to his speech, amusing everyone with his jokes about the shop and Miss Kitty.

As the night goes on, the party is filled with more and more emotion. The crew shares funny memories and stories of their time with Miss Kitty. Even a few tears are shed as the reality of their friend's departure starts to set in.

In addition to the party, the episode also follows the ongoing business at the 9 Mag tattoo shop. Ryan faces pressure from his business partner to bring in new clients and to expand their services. Ryan is torn between the idea of expanding and staying true to the core vision of 9 Mag.

Meanwhile, Charmaine is adjusting to motherhood and trying to balance her time between her new baby and her work. Her new roles are proving to be more challenging than she initially thought, and she is experiencing burnout. Charmaine is struggling to keep up with the demands of her job while balancing motherhood.

As the episode comes to a close, the crew gathers one last time to say goodbye to Miss Kitty as she leaves for New York. They share heartfelt goodbyes and promises to keep in touch. The episode ends with everyone looking forward to seeing Miss Kitty again and the crew continuing to work towards their goals and supporting each other along the way.

Overall, It's So Hard To Say Goodbye is an emotional episode that highlights the bond between the crew members and how their personal lives intersect with their work. The episode is a tribute to Miss Kitty and the impact she had on the shop and the lives of everyone at 9 Mag.