Today is a sad day for nerds, geeks, and science fiction fans around the world. Today Leonard Nimoy passed away.
For me, personally, it's a day of revelation, inspired by this heartfelt, parting message from William Shatner to his dear friend:
"I loved him like a brother. We will all miss his humor, his talent, and his capacity to love."
I don't put much thought into legacy or how people will remember me after death, but if I'm remembered at all, even ephemerally, I want it to be for my "capacity to love." The message strikes a chord deep within my bones. One that reverberates with my sense of humanity. It's how I intend to define my living years and if I earn the right for it to be the culmination of my short time here, this will have been a life worth living.
Thank you Leonard Nimoy, for inspiring us. The love you showed the world carries on.
February 27th, 2015
