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The House for the 100 Ex-Boyfriends

This setting symbolizes a character's inability to reckon with the past, especially past relationships.

Oranges

This fruit represents a disconnect between two characters, as well as Adam's negligence.

The drug "G"

This substance represents both oblivion and control.

Beatrice's Blue Dress

This object represents the act of Bonnie violently stealing her friend's identity.

The Yeti

This creature represents danger, excitement, and something wildly out of the ordinary.

The Engagement Ring in "Returning"

This object, which normally represents love and commitment, represents misgivings and unnecessary extravagance to the narrator in "Returning."

The Morning Festival

This tradition represents risk, rebirth, danger, and reward.

Godspeed Hall

In the story "Office Hours," this setting represents escape.

Peter's Novel "Homecoming"

This work of literature represents the pain of losing one's homeland, and the idea that one can never really return home again after an extended absence.

The Baby Arm in "Tomorrow"

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