"My Self-Survival Kit" by Christine M. Jakacky

 

 

A stick of gum:

To remind me to stick with it

 

 

A candle:

To remind me to shine brightly

 

 

A chocolate kiss:

To remind me that I am loved

 

 

A match:

To light my fire when I feel burned out

 

 

A Tootsie Roll:

To remind me not to bite off more than I can chew

 

 

A pin:

To remind me to stay sharp

 

 

A roll of Smarties:

To help me on those days when I don't feel so smart

 

 

A heart:

To remind me that memories are forever with me

 

 

A smiley face:

For those days when I cannot find one

 

 

A marble:

In case someone thinks I have lost mine

 

 

A butterfly:

To remind me that life always is changing and evolving

 

 

A bag:

To help me keep it all together and give me food for thought