Shaka:
Mary and Fred adopted this sign during their honeymoon in August of 2001. It seemed to work in several situations. “As Mary headed into several procedures in the hospital, it was our sign-off to one another. I looked at it as…I’ll see you on the other side.”

The "shaka" sign is a common greeting gesture. It is often associated with Hawaii and boarding sports such as surfing, skateboarding and snowboarding. It consists of extending the thumb and pinky finger while keeping the three middle fingers curled, and raising the hand as in salutation. Sometimes the hand is rotated back and forth to emphasize the sign. Hawaiian locals use the shaka for various meanings, like "all right", "cool", "smooth", etc. Residents of states other than Hawaii who use the shaka may describe it as meaning "hang loose". It is also used to convey what locals in Hawai'i call the "Aloha Spirit," a gesture of friendship and understanding between the various ethnic cultures that reside within Hawai'i. It can also be used to signal a "hello", "goodbye", " 'till next time", "take care", "Alright!."

Jump Shot:
This icon was taken from a photo of Mary when she was a young girl, shooting hoops in her front yard. The tall tube socks were classic.

Massachusetts:
Mary and Fred moved there in May 2004. It was a State that provided love from several close friends and medical care beyond compare.

Badger:
Mary attended the University of Wisconsin. Bucky the Badger is their mascot.

MTH Initials:
This is an inscription that was lifted from a University of Wisconsin hat that Fred owns. It is Mary’s handwriting and lasting image of Mary’s life and love she offered.