Green Shamrock Ring

The green shamrock ring is a symbol of acceptance. Even though it is not expensive, Ellie tells Mike that she will love it more than any of the other expensive gifts she knows that she will get for her birthday. Her love of it shows that she accepts Mike for who he is even though he is poor and she is rich.

A Dead Bird

The dead bird is a symbol of the supposed hate felt toward Ellie and Mike. The two found the bird dead with a note warning them to leave at their house one morning.

Horse’s White Foot

The white foot is a symbol of bad luck. Mrs. Lee warns Ellie that she should not ride a horse with one white foot because it was bad luck. Her warning seems to come true when Ellie dies is a riding accident...