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I can’t necessarily remove it to take a photo of me holding it, but pictured is my Jade bracelet that was gifted to me by my aunt from Vietnam! I’ve had several Jade bracelets growing up as I’ve grown out of sizes or unfortunately breaking, but this one would be my absolute favorite because of the mix of white and green it has. I really value the family significance that this bracelet has, along with it’s color which makes it really unique.

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This is a teddy bear from Build-A-Bear dressed in a Ravenclaw costume that I got during September 2020; I'm a huge Harry Potter fan. I'm always going to hold onto this because not only was it very hard to get my hands on, it reminds me of a time that was pretty tough for me (starting a new school year during a pandemic) but that tough times will pass and you can fall back on your hobbies/personal interests/creative outlets for comfort when you're overwhelmed. To this day the franchise still brings me comfort. - Alexis

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I enjoy listen to music. This is such an expensive gift I bought for myself since Christmas that still stressing me out till today. As an accounting student I couldn't even balance my wallet. God bless me. !!!

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These hair clips are the gifts from my 7 years old son during our recent trip to Hawaii. These clips represent more than just their practical use; they embody the first tangible gift my son purchased with his savings. He has saved money from helping me with laundry, and spent it all to express his love. I will forever cherish and preserve them as a symbol of his love and all the good memories in Hawaii. Vicky

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This is a bracelet that I acquired from my grandpa when I was about 13 years old. I didn't really know what the significance of it was, and all these years I've carried it with me wherever I go in any city, and it still gives off a faint aroma after more than a decade. I don't really know what it's made of, but that's not the most important thing to me anymore. It has been with me through much, much more, so it's more like an old friend now.

Baizhou Sun

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This is the key to my car that is obviously missing a button to the close button. The car is a hand me down to me from my dad. It is a bright orange SUV to my dismay, but beggars can't be choosers and this car has been on daily use for my and has been a core hangout spot for me and my friends.

-Tiffany Nguyen

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In this picture is a bracelet that my mom got for me in china. This bracelet is significance to me because it reminds me to breathe in and breathe out when things get rough. I also just like it because its a good luck charm to me.

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This is a bracelet my friend of 4 years gave me as a good luck charm for an exam but she ended up letting me keep it and it reminds me of her when she's away to school. - ELP

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This is my wedding ring that carries deep sentimental meaning. It has been with me for 25 years, through all of life's ups and downs. The ring reminds me every day of the love and commitment my husband and I share. It represents the foundation of trust, respect, and compromise that we have built together over decades. Whenever I look at its shine or feel its weight on my finger, memories come flooding back of our wedding day joy, the births of our children, celebrations big and small, and challenging times we supported each other through. After celebrating our milestone 25th anniversary, this precious ring symbolizes the endurance of our marriage and partnership above all. It will always connect me to my family, my past, and our vows for the future.

Anne Tseng

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In the picture I am holding my passport. As a child my family was not wealthy enough to travel. When I turned 18. I saved enough money to go on my first flight to Florida. I now have been on many flights and am lucky to be able to travel the world. I love to travel to new places and go on adventures. I am also from Massachusetts and before I moved here a year and a half ago, I was lucky enough to drive from MA to CA and make it a fun road trip with my friends.

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This is a watch that my dad gifted to me for my 14th birthday. I remembered asking for a watch when my dad was on vacation in Vietnam and did not expect it since it's not practical for a 14 years old to own one. Even my dad said no when I initially asked, but he bought one anyways. To me this is just an item that holds the memory of me and my dad.

-Minh Nguyen

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This is a bracelet that my friend had bought me for my birthday present. My friend and I have been together for 7+ years now and this gift from him is very important to me. It represents our friendship. - Ivan Nong

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This is a religious bracelet that is for good luck and protection. I've been wearing it for years and replace it whenever it breaks. - Aly-Zain Walji

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In this picture, this doll was bought by lottery when my family and I went to Disneyland. I put it next to my pillow every night when I go to bed. Every time I see it, I remember the happy times our family had there. Because currently my parents and I are in different places now. -- Jie Huang

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I bought this ring in San Francisco with my friends. We all bought one from a small business and kept it as our friendship rings. Since we are all transferring after this summer and may go our separate ways, we want to still keep in touch in some way, by keeping these rings on us. It also looks cute and fit every occasion but my biggest significance of it is that it is my friendship rings with my friends. -Rubye Chen

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This jersey is important to me because my Godmother gave it to me before we moved away from all of my extended family. This is my favorite team and I love watching them with my dad, and I always wear this jersey when I watch. This team has been something my family has always bonded over. -Dillon Andrews

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This is a necklace my Aunt gifted my Mom when she was a child. When I was a teenager my Mom gifted it to me. When you spin the circular part of the necklace it says "I love you." I wear it to remind myself of my connection to the other women in my family. - Caitlin Bailey

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This is a picture of a necklace my mom got me for my 16th birthday. Her father also gave her a necklace on her 16th, so she decided to make it a tradition. I wear this necklace almost everyday.

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this is my necklace that my mom gifted me for christmas in 2022. I’ve worn it everyday since and will always keep it on me. - Paris Hunn

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This is a handmade piece that my mom got me from Iran, and it’s a reminder of my old neighborhood in Iran before I moved to the US in 2020. The writing is in Farsi, and it says Ajoudanieh Bureau. - Parsa Esteky

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This beanie hat was from my mom's crochet collection. This was crochet when she was in university. I received this since I. was in middle school. I really love this and still keep it.

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Steven N. -- I don't have an image but an object I hold on closely is my Buddha necklace pendant that was given to me when I was a kid by my parents. I still wear it now. I plan to hold on to it as long as I can and try to pass it down to my kids in the future.

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Alejandro Solorio- This Pinguin is one of my little brothers toys and I carry with me everywhere because he has a very special place in my heart and it reminds me to do right so I can be a good role model for him.

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This is a money clip that was made from a world war 2 tank shell. My dad and I are both history nerds and he got this for me for Christmas last year. It is something that I hold onto to remind me of him.

-Russell Backus

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Hi! This is a religious protection bracelet that my mom gave it to me before I come to U.S. I always keep it with me. I actually have a necklace too but it’s not with me at the moment. I’ve been wearing these for over 8 years now that it feels weird to not have these on.

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My mom recently bought me a ring identical to hers, she bought both with her first few paychecks from her first job. I don't know much about rings and I don't have it on me at the moment, but it is square and has a rectangular stone cut surrounding the main stone. She will eventually buy the same ring for my sisters so we can all match and share her big achievement. - Jackie Rodriguez

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This is a book that my mother sent me for xmas, Its a book full of prompts and blank spaces that she filled out. For example "Our favorite memory together" Since I live in the US now and my mom is back i sweden this was a great gift. Anton Bohlin

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Hi my name is Ofri Karni! This is a necklace I received as a gift from my parents. It is very important to me and I wear on special occasions. The necklace connects me to my name and my family.

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This is a ring my grandma gifted me before she passed away. It's a way for me to remember our memories together and to cherish her by wearing it.

Carmel Karni

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This is a picture of my piggy bank. I've kept it since elementary school. I put all my coins in here.

-Feranno Liu

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This is a book I have been reading recently. I think that reading is entertaining and it is good for the brain. I won't read this book forever but I will definitely read different books throughout my life. My name is Gabe Barona.

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These are the rings from random strangers that I have kept on my persons at all times. It is a beautiful reminder for every day that one random act of kindness can go a long way.

-Evan Cornwell

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This is a picture of my casio watch. its a cheap $20 watch that I've had for the past 8 years and its run on the same battery. It's been my favorite watch because despite it not being the flashiest or most expensive its been with me through a lot of important years and events, and its extremely resistant. At some point ill own a more expensive watch, but this one will always hold a special place in my heart. -Ivan B.R

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In the picture, I am holding a bracelet gifted by my Mom when I went away to boarding school in England. It has 2 phones connected by a heart. My Mom and I never lived together since I turned 13 years old. This reminds me of Mom who always told me she was a phone call away. Since she passed away, I miss talking to her on the phone.