Why a Flying Pig?
If you look closely at the wing of our logo, you will find Ryan’s initials, RMH
When pigs fly!” is a phrase frequently used to describe something that is likely never to happen. The gravity defying thought of a pig gracefully flapping its wings in the air, snout pointing to the sun and round belly gliding through the clouds produces quite an unusual and awkward vision. Ironically, the reality of this seemingly impossible feat has taken on a different meaning for our families and Foundation. The meaning is much deeper than the joyful portrayal of a mythical pig. It lies within the idea that nothing is actually impossible.
The flying pig symbolizes hope and perseverance, and the belief that anything is possible if we work together as a community, even the discovery of curative treatments for muscle diseases. Many families are affected by muscle diseases, crippling daily norms and forcing those coping with and caring for these individuals to accept the harsh realities that having muscle weakness causes. I invite you to share in this symbol of hope with us, for those affected, or those who have lost a loved one too soon, that we may help change the story for other families through our efforts as a foundation.