My mother is my best friend. She has always said that I remind her of herself – both in looks and personality. Moving to New York was a monumental change for me, moving 2,338 miles away from home. This was something that I had never experienced before and I spent many of my first nights here lonely and missing my best friend. Something that I brought with me is a necklace that I wear everyday. This simple, golden, heart necklace was a gift to my mother when she turned 16. She in turn gave it to me when I turned 16 because we are so alike. Whenever I become doubtful as to why I’m here and confused as to where I am going, I hold this necklace close to me and remember all the encouragement that my mother has given me and all the support she has provided. Whenever I become homesick, I look down at my necklace and I feel her heart by mine.