Live long and prosper

Heard of the passing of Leonard Nimoy.

Mostly known for his amazing character Spock from the days of Star Trek

he was, all told, a gentleman.

The Star Trek universe was a commendable way for Gene Roddenbury 

to create a glimpse at the future.

I read one of his books

and appreciated his outlook and his humor.

Rest in peace.

He has legions of fans and  

I like what others, who knew him, are saying. 

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"I loved him like a brother. We will all miss his humor, his talent, and his capacity to love." 
-William Shatner

Today, the world lost a great man, and I lost a great friend. We return you now to the stars, Leonard. You taught us to "Live Long And Prosper," and you indeed did, friend. I shall miss you in so many, many ways.  ----George Takei 

"Long before being nerdy was cool, there was Leonard Nimoy. Leonard was a lifelong lover of the arts and humanities, a supporter of the sciences, generous with his talent and his time. And of course, Leonard was Spock. Cool, logical, big-eared and level-headed, the center of Star Trek’s optimistic, inclusive vision of humanity’s future. I loved Spock. In 2007, I had the chance to meet Leonard in person. It was only logical to greet him with the Vulcan salute, the universal sign for 'Live long and prosper.' And after 83 years on this planet—and on his visits to many others – it’s clear Leonard Nimoy did just that. Michelle and I join his family, friends, and countless fans who miss him so dearly today." —President Obama

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