Music

One symbol used in the novel is music being played in the house. This music represents a newly found freedom for Ranee, who used to never be allowed music in the house because Brent didn't like it. Now that Brent is in a coma, Ranee can choose the music she likes, allowing her not only the freedom to enjoy her home, but also the ability to discover her own tastes, likes, and interests. For the first time in her life, Ranee is free to do so without the fear of repercussions.

Rocks

When Brent first meets Ranee, he gives her a rock and tells her that this is symbolic for his desire to give her the world. This rock represents a small piece of that world. Every year on their anniversary, Brent continues this by giving her rocks, sometimes ordered from different places throughout the world...