A symbol is the use of an object, or person that represents something else, like an idea, goal or dream. “All that I am or hope to ever be, I owe to my mother.” Abraham Lincoln. My mother is my symbol; her character and lifestyle represents everything I want and aspire to have, selflessness, strength and determination. One of the first characteristics that my mother represents, that everyone notices is her selflessness. she had me at a very young age, she had me when she was sixteen years old. Nevertheless, she had to step out of her role as a child and step into adult hood early in life. She stopped hanging out with all her friends or going out, instead she stayed home with her child. Then she moved out and found an apartment just for