The three items I would choose would be my last family picture, my son's bike, and my laptop.
My last family picture is important to me because it holds memories that are dear to me. I would take my son's bike with me to ensure that even though we may be displaced in location, he would have something of his with him that brings him joy. I would also take my laptop because almost all my pictures, college work, and other valuable information are stored on it.
I would be most hurt to loose any of these items. If I had to choose, I would probably stay with my laptop since it contains the most valuable information for me. However, it would frustrate me to leave anything behind that I hold dear.
Overall, I think this exercise has shown me how difficult it can be to choose from personal belongings. I think I could give up most of my possessions since my family is the only thing that I am really attached to. As long as I have them with me, I am happy. I believe that possessions are always replaceable but family is not.
It was a very hard exercise. I really think you were thinking like a mommy and a early childhood professional in taking the little ones bike with you, that could make a world of difference in the transition.
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