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This item was given to me by my uncle who like me is a huge basketball fan and loves the Knicks. This picture reminds me of my favorite sport, and reminds me of family. The picture speaks a thousand words, and brings back tales that my uncle told me of going to the Garden in the 70s and 80s and watching the retro Knicks when they were actually good.

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This hat I've had as long as I can remember. I wore it from the time my head was (almost) big enough to fit in a snapback. It's the old, obnoxious green that was popular when I was a kid in the 90's and never again. But, because of it's ridiculous color, it helped my parents find me when I got lost in Las Vegas as a second grader.

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This item was given to me by one of my friends in Elementary School. In middle school, I sometimes got anxiety at night but for some reason whenever I had the ball in my hand I calmed down. Since those days, I always keep the ball incase I get anxious and then use it to relax myself.

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I would take this because I’m a big fan of the Yankees. When I was younger, I was at a game and got hit in the mouth by a foul ball. The last two games that I went to after that, I got a home run ball and a foul ball.

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I have a baseball that was given to me by Curtis Granderson when I was at a Mete vs Marlins game. I look at the baseball everytime I am studying for a test to remember that time back in my freshmen year.

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On my third birthday, my parents got me a kids size soccer ball that I would bring almost everywhere. When we lived in our apartment, I would play soccer in the hallways and stairs ways which would get all our neighbors mad and annoyed. This item became such an important part of my childhood that I would refuse to leave the house without it. My mom still has it somewhere but I was unable to find it.

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This stuffed animal was given to me by my grandparents when I was around 8 years old. It is something I always used to comfort mysled when younger, and it is now a reminder of all the great times my grandparents and I shared.

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Before my friend left for college this summer, we bought matching rings. We chose the wave ring because we spent most of the summer together down the shore and we both love the beach. I feel weird if I don't have it on everyday, and it will always remind me of the good times we had this summer.

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I used to fly down to South Carolina every summer to see my dad and it would get kinda sentimental at home leaving and feeling home sick. My mom is a really caring person and kinda silly but she snuck this letter into my back pack because I'd be flying alone this time. I was 13, and I think it didn't mean too much to me then but look on this letter and what my mom must have been feeling it means a lot to me now. It's not super special and my mom likes to leave notes but it just holds a lot of wait in my heart.

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Neil Swagger- Grandfather's Vintage Military Silver Scapular Air, Land, Sea Protect Us Religious Medal Pendant.

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Neil Swagger- Grandfather's Vintage Military Silver Scapular Air, Land, Sea Protect Us Religious Medal Pendant.

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This is the Medal my grandfather got for going into the Navy at 18 during WWII. I received this medal from him when he passed away 5 days after my 15th birthday. This is very important to me because my grandfather was one of my best friends and he lived with me. It was very hard for me when he passed, its like I lost a huge part of myself. Whenever I miss him or need advice I go and grab the medal he left for me and hold it as tight as I can and think about the good times I had with him and ask him for advice. Theirs not a day that goes by where I don't think about him or get the medal and talk to him.

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I may have only had this for two years, but it is still very important to me. On my 16th birthday I had a small celebration with only a few of my good friends . My best friend picked an peach/sunset colored rose from her garden and made me a beautiful heartfelt card along with the bag. It was perfect, just like I always wanted. It was my favorite
color bright sky blue , made well with sturdy leather  and the perfect size big enough to hold more than my phone but not big enough for Mary Poppins things. I wear it all the time in the summer and spring out side of school and every time I look at it I'm reminded that I have a really great friend, who knows me. Although I haven't been with her all my years of growing up , I'm great full that she's in my life now .

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One item that is extremely significant to me is my ring. This ring is gold with my birth stone (emerald) on it. The origin of this ring is actually from St. John in the Virgin Islands and my grandmother actually purchased it for me. She waited until I was old enough to take good care of this valuable piece of jewelry. I wear it everyday and I always know she's there with me. The best part about wearing the ring is knowing how happy it makes my grandmother when she sees it on my hand.

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I got this ring as a present during my Debutante Ball. I wear it every day and it reminds me of night that stepped into society. When I don't have it on it feels like something is missing so I wear it everyday.

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This item was given to me by my mom who wore it when she was my age. Her mom gave it to her, so she ended up passing it onto me. I wear it almost everyday and when I don't, I don't feel complete. It's important to me because its a piece of my mom and some day I will pass it onto my daughter.

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This is my dog Teddy.  Teddy has been apart of my life for 8 years now and I can’t imagine life without my crazy dog.  Teddy is unlike any other dog I have ever met with extreme anxiety and a very interesting personality.  Teddy completes my family and always knows how to make me feel better when I am down. A house without a dog is not a home!

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Andrew Feinstein - Michael Jordan Transparent Trophy

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Andrew Feinstein - Michael Jordan Transparent Trophy

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When I was younger my family traveled to Boston for a ski trip. Back then I was not the best skier and so I was upset. The next day since I did not like it they surprised me with a trip to the NBA Hall of Fame. I got this trophy because Michael Jordan was and still is one of my sports heroes. That day will always be a special day that my parents surprised me with that. It was a great day that I will never forget it.

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My bear is very important to me. The nurses at the hospital gave me this bear, which is now 17 years old. When my great grandma was ill I brought the bear with me to the hospital and she slept with it everynight. Since her passing this bear reminds me of my great grandma. Anytime I miss her I just look at my bear and feel better.

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Val Salgado - my uneven pair of drum sticks

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Val Salgado - my uneven pair of drum sticks

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When I was little I always liked the idea of playing the drum set or anything percussion related. In 6th grade, my teacher told me to get a pair of Vic Firth's 5A sticks to use during the class, and during the first week of practice, i broke of them. So, the next day, i went out to Guitar and got another pair. It wasn't until the next two weeks after that, that i had broken another drum stick. This will always stick with me because it has made me a better player and I've learned over the years how to hold a pair of sticks properly.

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Ever since I could remember I have always worn a gold chain gifted to me by my grandfather, I started wearing this chain when I was just a year old, and in just about every picture from the age of 1 to now I've had this chain on. Sometimes I feel as if he is watching over me, helping me and guiding me as I journey through life and for that reason I always wear it.

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Something special to me is my cats. Whenever I am home they are right next to me. I have had them for almost 5 years now and I could not imagine them not being around. If im upset or having a bad day they'll always cheer me up. (This is a picture of my cat Larry, his sisters name is Princess.)

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Before I was born, my grandfather died and left all of his grandchildren this as a reminder to "go out and explore this vast world". Since he traveled with my grandmother quite often, it was no surprise he enjoyed doing what he did. Considered a precious gift to me, I truly value this and will try my best to achieve exactly what he urged his grandchildren to do.

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My aunt gave me this necklace during my 8th grade graduation and before she left for Korea and I haven't taken it off since I don't get to see her as often anymore and she is a huge part of my life:)

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Ever since I've carried a wallet my mom makes me keep a little piece of red ribbon in it. She's a superstitious person and believes it bring some good luck and a full wallet.

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My dog is meaningful to me because he is the first animal my family ever had. I take my dog for walks and let him get outside and get in the fresh air. Getting this dog made me learn how to take care of something. My dog is my family's best friend and that's why he's meaningful to me.

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My surfboard is my red bandanna because its been with me since i was 10 years old. Weve been through alot, big waves, small waves. This has been my favorite item because I love surfing and this was my first board. I remember one of the first time surfing this board i caught a huge wave and ended up wiping out and when i came up my board smacked me in the nose from another wave and started bleeding. Ill never forget that moment.

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I've been playing guitar for years now and I find it very enjoyable. I live being able to listen to a song and go home and be ble to play it myself

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My black belts mean a lot to me because I have worked for a very long time to earn both my taekwondo and karate black belts. Martial Arts is basically my whole life and they are a representation of the hard work and dedication I have put into the sports. The belts themselves do not define who I am, but the skills that I have learned in order to earn the belts do.

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My dad gave me this 1972 silver dollar when I was 2 because his grandparents gave it to him when he was 2. It is a good luck token to me and according to my father it will bring me good fortune.

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The item that exemplifies me is a ring that was given to me by my grandmother. Ever since I received it on my birthday, I have not gone a day without it. This ring means so much to me because it shows me how much I am loved by my family and reminds me how lucky I really am.

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Something extremely important to me is my dog Phoebe. The summer going into my sophomore year, I saved up my money from my job so that I could get her. I don't know what I'd do if I didn't have her because she always makes me happy! She completes our 3-dog home!

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This is a picture of a video game system called the Game Cube. I used to play this when I was very young, and a lot of positive memories from playing came from it. This was my first video game system ever, and it means something special because of the nostalgic feel.

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I don't really have an item that makes me who I am, so my item would simply be my driver's license with a picture of me wanting to die. I guess I like to keep my memories and stuff that's not really physical objects that makes me who I am today. This actually works out really well because it's the most "me" thing to do to take a personal assignment and turn it into something philosophical.

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This item is my red bandana because ever since my parents gifted this Dwyane Wade jersey to me, I have been a fan of the Miami Heat ever since. On my tenth birthday, I received this Wade jersey from my parents. Up until then, I was not interested in basketball whatsoever. However, this jersey led to me following the NBA, along with enjoying playing basketball during my free time.

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My Eagle Scout Neckerchief was presented to me during my court of honor after 9th grade, however it does not define me up since then, but it has always defined me, as I have defined it. What it stands for, I stand for; Trustworthiness, Loyalty, Helpfulness, and the rest of the scouting laws and principles.

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Amli Hogo - Signatures of the NCAA Notre Dame Basketball 2015 roster 

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Amli Hogo - Signatures of the NCAA Notre Dame Basketball 2015 roster 

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This Notre Dame basketball was given to me by a very very close friend of mine. I am a huge Notre Dame Basketball fan and for my birthday he got me this in honor of that. He also got a video of my favorite player Zach Auguste saying Happy Birthday to me. This basketball will always be held dear to me because of the thought that went into it and this was the year that we went to the sweet 16 in March Madness.

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I bought this on my first day in Brazil. This owl pendant is really special to me because one of my dreams is to travel the world and Brazil was one of the first countries that I visited. Since I bought it, I wear it everywhere and rarely ever take it off.

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I chose this book bag because this bag has seen everything that I have done my whole life. I have carried this bag out through the woods on a hike, wildfires, and basically every single event that I have been too. It is a great bag for carrying everything and I would still take it everywhere I go.

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My dog Kaly is special to me because she has had a tremendous impact on my life. I have always loved animals since I was little and the bond I have with her is like no other. Whatever mood I am in, she will always make it better, we have had her for eight years and I can't imagine my life without her.

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6 days after I was born my grandparents flew from the U.K. to see me and during their stay here, my Nan knitted me this sweater. Because I rarely see them, this little article of clothing reminds me of her.

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This item is significant to me because it is when I first started to become friends with my current best friend. This bottle is from her birthday party in the second grade and since that day we have become inseparable. Without her, my life would be so different and I'm very thankful to have her as my best friend.

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Even though I got my most recent guitar, Stella (yea I name them), not very long ago, I have been into music and guitar for more than eight years now. At this point it's a part of who I am and I don't know what I would do if I didn't have it with me.

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I have played the drums for 2 years and it has become my favorite hobby. My cousin is a drummer and he inspired me to get my own set. I'm self taught and I love to play all kinds of music. I like playing because it's challenging and i like to learn how to play my favorite songs.

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I received this stuffed bear when I was seven from my best friend. This bear means a lot to me because I would play with it afternoon school everyday. It brings back memories of my best friend and I. The bear is ten years old now!

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This ring was given to me as a gift from my best friend on my birthday. It symbolizes our friendship and the love I have for all of my close friends. When I wear it, it reminds me of how grateful I am to have such great people in my life

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This signed picture by my favorite NHL player, Damon Severson is very important to me as it was a very special gift. The significance is that I have been such a huge fan of this player for so long, just to have a picture of him along with his own signature means a lot to me and has tons of sentimental value.

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I have a small bear that was given to me by my sister before she left for Florida to be in the Disney college program. He is the bear from toy story, smells like strawberries and is small enough for me to carry with me if I would like.

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This puck is very important to me because my dad bought this as a gift for me at my very first Devils game. I was in grade school at the time and was never really interested in hockey. After experiencing my first ever professional hockey game I started to become really interested in hockey. Because of this experience, I started to play hockey and became an avid Devils fan.

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Sadly I dont have any meaningful things anymore because we gave away a lot of my stuffed animals and kid toys after moving a bunch of times. The one thing i do have that ive had since i was a child is this pink and white blanket. It always been one of my favorite blankets even though i cant remember how i got it. I still sleep with it and use it a bunch.

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My dad got me this watch about a year ago and it means quite a bit to me. He kept telling me that every man needs a watch and kept bugging me let him get one for me. I finally said yes, thinking that he would just get a typical watch for me. He drove me to Costco and pointed to the watches section and said "Choose". None of them were exactly cheap. In the end we got one that costs as much as a phone. I just hope to become a man that's meant to wear it

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This watch was given to me by my great uncle when I was a kid. It was originally his fathers and the fact that he decided to give it to me makes me appreciate it that much more. He died just a few years later and this watch reminds me of him everytime I wear it.

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This soccer jersey was given to me on Christmas by my uncle. It was my first official soccer Jersey. My uncle passed away a couple month after he gifted me the jersey, making this Jersey a memory of my uncle and the amazing times we had.

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This photo is of my mom, my dad, and I. This picture is really important to me because when I was 3 my dad passed away. I've had this picture hanging in my room for years. I love looking at this photo everyday because it helps me remember all the faint memories I still have of my father.

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This item was purchased in Washington DC when I was younger. My dad bought it for me when we went to visit and see the  Declaration of Independence. I've always keep this in my room.

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I bought this truck in December of 2016. Its a 2006 F-350 turbo diesel 6.0 Powerstroke thats extremely loud and obnoxious. This truck is very special to me because I am a major car/truck guy so my first vehicle will always have a special meaning to me. A special memory I have with this truck is racing another 6.0 with a crew cab and blowing his doors off.

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My 'red bandana' is a polaroid my mom took in 2002 when she and my dad installed the play ground into our back yard. As a child that play ground was a place I spent many hours and many summers. I would only take my most trusted friends up into the tree house, were many memories were made. It is also the place where my brother broke his hand because he and I were swinging to hard. Although the play ground was knocked down about 2 years ago, having the polaroid gives me comfort in the many memories I had there.

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This is my favorite sweatshirt and I believe it defines who I am as a person. I got this sweatshirt when I visited the Air force Academy during the summer of my sophomore year. This was a place I always wanted to go after high school. Most of my friends know I this is my favorite sweatshirt because I wear it often, but they also know that this is something I want to do.

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This is a signed basketball that my grandfather gave to me when I was a kid. It is signed by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar who is one of the best players ever. This basketball is important to me because I started collecting sports memorabilia after that. Now I have over 10 jerseys and many signed items from different players of different sports. It is something I really like to do and I was initially inspired by this ball.

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Nicole

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9/11 Memorial Picture

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9/11 Memorial Pictures

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Wells

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Another quote said something alone these lines. When we saw everyone jumping, you wanted to look away but you couldn’t. These people were giving up their lives because they had no other way out. In a way, you had to look and watch them end their lives out of respect for them. You couldn’t turn away.