It's been weeks. Weeks and I'm still broken. 21 days. How is it possible that a man I've never met has me in tears? Today, I understood why. Kobe was proof. Evidence that hard work, tenacity, unwavering belief in oneself leads to greatness. He was proof that any & all achievements are function of the WORK. Through action, he showed me how to deal with my own shortcomings. Through his own broken bones, blood, sweat & tears I learned how to be my own man. Kobe was proof. & he always will be. Thank you & rest in peace.