Photograph of Hal and Her Mother

The photograph of Hal and her mother that she has displayed on the mantel in her apartment represents the past. Hal remembers a happy childhood with her mother even though they did not have much money. This happy childhood ended when Hal’s mother was killed in a hit and run accident right outside their apartment.

Letter

This letter is a symbol of hope. When Hal gets the letter from a lawyer indicating that she had been included in the will of Mrs. Westaway, Hal believes perhaps she will get some money that will ease her financial burden.

Tarot Cards

These tarot cards represent Hal’s heritage. Her biological mother, Maggie, believed in the cards. When she escaped from Trepassen, she rented a building on the pier where she earned money by reading the cards. When Maggie was killed, Maud took...