My wife always makes fun of me because I often refer to people in the public sphere by their first name as if I know them personally. And I’ve had many conversations with her that started with a “Steve did it again”, and sometimes “I don’t know what Steve is thinking”. Of course, I’m speaking of Steve Jobs, the technology industry icon and a brilliant man. His death yesterday was striking, not because it was unexpected, but because of the unexpected effect it had on me. I cried. I felt the loss. And I’ve never met the man. Now I’ll never have the chance, but his influence will continue, long after his company and his name are forgotten. He was a pioneer, who has laid the foundation for the future of the human race. Rest in peace Steve.
