Receiving A Necklace

What is the meaning of a necklace? Why would someone put this accessory around their neck and then place within it special significance? A necklace doesn't provide water in a drought, like a tap, or protection in football, like shoulder pads; it only decorates. Receiving a cross necklace after your confirmation in the methodist church is a big step in the religious journey. This necklace has seen more than just the inside of my shirt. Although there are thousands of variety between each chain and pendant, it means something special to each owner. Opening the black square silver wrapped box, on christmas day was electrifying. My pulse raced as I peeled back the velvet lid, and unraveled it. The light just caught the chain and pierced my eyes,I slid the chain over my head while the chilled metal cooled my skin. This heavy medallion represents who I am.

Making its way from inside my shirt to China. It has kept me safe in all situations. For most people it’s the Saint Christopher Medal that provides
I was selfish because I didn't even think about the other side of the story. What if the temporary owner of my cross was bestowed the riches and safety I was before it was out of my possesion? That is the question I asked myself after regaining ownership over it.

This single experience demonstrates a large flaw that is a major part in my life. Taking things for granted has not only held me back from things that I could have flourished at, but it gives me a bad reputation even though I may have not done anything wrong. This one moment in my life made me realize that I don’t cope with things that aren't laid out in front of me, or not structured. Kind of like how I didn't know what to do when I lost my pendant. I still wear it to this day, and even if I do end up losing it who knows might be bestowed with the power of the cross