Papa Shivji is carrying Ganeshji fondly on his back. But can we see Ganeshji symbolising everyone?

What a lovely pic.Of course we can see what is happening. Papa Shivji is carrying Ganeshji fondly on his back.
But can we see Ganeshji symbolising everyone? 
you, me, the kid in the next house, and even the one across the Oceans... Shiva carries the whole universe on his back.
Why?
Tell me what you think .
Namah Shivaye. -Shail Gulhati