The sun, abstract and child like, represents life not only for earth but beyond our solar system
to the stars. Stars represent our dreams which give us something to reach for.
The open book represents our quest for knowledge. Michael's love of school and enthusiasm
for learning was a large part of who he was.
The Karate symbol is combine in an unusual way with a dove of peace. While Michael
loved Karate and worked very hard to earn his black belt, he also believed in peace. The discipline,
strength, self control and purity of movement learned from Karate teaches that there are peaceful
ways to conduct our lives.
The infinity symbol reflects mans immortality. While we live for only a brief moment in time, time
itself is forever changed by our existence. Those things that we are and the things that we
accomplish change the future and are preserved forever in our history.
One of the most significant attributes of our "Blue" planet is its vast oceans covering three
quarters of its surface. From their depths the oceans have given rise to all life as we know it
and we in turn are bound to them for our very existence. Michael loved the oceans and the
myriad of life they contained. He was concerned about the plight of whales and dolphins and
keeping our oceans clean for future generations to enjoy. He loved boating and fishing and
was eager to learn about the plants and animals that inhabit our waters.
This unusual icon is a combination of the balls used in football, basketball, soccer and baseball.
Michael loved sport both playing and watching. He was particularily fond of the Boston teams like
the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots but also enjoyed playing when he got the chance.
Michael was very much interested in the events surrounding the sinking of the HMS Titanic on
April 14, 1912. He was eager to collect articles and was deeply moved by the tragic loss of more
than 1500 lives.
With one arm outstretched the child reaches for dreams, knowledge and goals. The other arm bent and down shows the effort the child is exerting in his forward
and upward movement toward his dreams and goals. The parents are joined in their effort to raise the child. Their
almost dancing like posture reflects their joy in raising the child which appears effortlessly due to the childs will to
attain his dreams.
