Fur Coats

The fur coats are symbols of wealth and affluence. Mandy and her sisters made a tradition of making alcohol-laced hot chocolate for the Nantucket Stroll and taking a sip of that drink every time they saw a fur coat. Women used the Stroll as an opportunity to show off their wealth by dressing in their best clothes.

Tree

The tree is a symbol of festivity. Gina did not plan on buying a Christmas tree for herself until she went to the Festival of Trees with Jared. Afterward, he helped her choose a tree, bring it home, and decorate it.

Stuffed Elmo and Book

The stuffed Elmo and Elmo book are symbols of comfort. Natalie, the little girl who demands that Jill read to her from her Elmo book, cries until her mother finds her stuffed Elmo and book. Natalie was unhappy without these items because...