Tully’s scrapbook

Tully’s scrapbook, in which she writes letters to Cloud, symbolizes her love for her mother. The letters she writes in her scrapbook are filled with exaggerations about her accomplishments, showing just how desperate is for Cloud’s love and affection.

Macaroni necklace

The macaroni necklace that Tully finds in Cloud’s bag symbolizes Cloud’s love for her. The fact that Cloud keeps this gift Tully gave her as a child for so many years shows that she really does care about her daughter.

Heart-shaped necklace

The heart-shaped necklace that Johnny gives Kate one Christmas symbolizes his undying love for her. With this simple gesture, Johnny makes it clear that he does not take Kate for granted but rather values her tremendously, proving that Kate worries needlessly about the solidity of their relationship.

Kate

Kate symbolizes sacrifice in the novel. Kate gives up...