Daisies

The daisies Naomi has in her hair when she first comes to Knockemout are symbolic of the state of Naomi's life at the time. She has just lost her job, and, her sister has robbed her off everything of value that she brought. She has to take care of a niece she never knew she had. Her hair was still in the updo she had for her wedding, but it is now quite tattered with daisies messily stuck in it.

Waylay's Old Shoes

Waylay’s shoes represent the neglect she suffers at the hands of her mother, Tina. They are first mentioned when Naomi sees her in the motel room. Naomi does not appreciate that Waylay’s dirty shoes are on the bed. They are discussed again when they enter the cottage, and Naomi notices that Waylay’s shoes have a hole in them. Tina is...