#kobe tribute

[bruiserdarula]

[freshthoughts2020]

[thescoopess]

Vanessa Bryant Shares Sweet Pictures in Tribute to Kobe Bryant's 45th Birthday

Getty Images Vanessa Bryant shares never-before-seen pictures in honor of her late husband, Kobe Bryant on what would have been his 45th birthday. Vanessa took to Instagram today, Aug. 23, with cherished words for the former NBA legend. Kobe was killed with their second-oldest daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash in Jan. 2020. On Bryant’s special birth-day, Vanessa posted a sweet message and…

[soulofherkarmaart]

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 - 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 - - 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞.

Kobe Bryant _____________ Playing on galactic courts. 2022 @soulofherkarmaart

On canvas panel 210x290mm Acrylic paints

~~~~~ Kobe joined my art collection LSA4E It is form of talk with the Legends, although and because we won't have a chance to see, and experience them in this life. Honoring and celebrating their legacy.

[thepurpletape]

Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant Custom Hockey Jersey

so this is by far one of the coolest most creative things l've ever been apart of. My guy sbo253 came to me with and idea for a from scratch, fully custom, Kobe Bryant tribute Lakers hockey jersey. The only thing this had to start was the front laker logo everything else was custom made and hand sewn on. From the 24 on the back to the 8 on the sleeves.

It meant a lot to me do this because of what Kobe meant to the sports world.. not just basketball. and it was an honor to show him and his daughter the respect of this tribute.. not to mention this is a complete one of one piece! More to come soon i promise!

instagram.com/stitchgod716

[ishceshelton]

task one ⏤ the basics.

What is your full name?

shaedon anthony shelton.

Where and when were you born?

dallas, texas on january 30 1997.

Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

anthony and leila shelton are his father and step-mom, and camilla accardi and stephen cooper are his mom and step-dad. his father owns a business while his step mom is a baker and his mom teaches despite him wanting her to retire while his step dad is an accountant. his mom was always the more nurturing parent and he's very close with her while his dad was stern and they often were at odds. His dad was usually the one pushing him to the limits and he tributes that to part of his success now.

Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?

he has four brothers sergio, shiloh, milo and zion and four sisters shy, sienna, sierra and sky. they're all very close even though they get on each other's nerves but through their parents trials and tribulations they were all they had.

Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.

he lives in los angeles whenever he's not playing basketball in a mansion with 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, an indoor basketball court, pool, 6 car garage, home theater and gym with a sauna. he also has a home in boston massachusetts with 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, indoor heated pool, basketball court, gym, and 3 car garage. he lives with his dog pluto and occasional sibling from time to time.

What is your occupation?

he's a professional basketball player.

Write a full physical description of yourself. You might want to consider factors such as: height, weight, race, hair and eye color, style of dress, and any tattoos, scars, or distinguishing marks.

he's 6'8/6'9 and weighs 225 pounds for the most part but it fluctuates throughout the season. he's black and a quarter italian with curly black hair and brown eyes with a scar under his eye and various scars from playing basketball. his tattoos consist of a leg sleeve with his jerseys, portrait of his mom and him, kobe and nipsey tributes, his birth year, basketball accolades, and tribute to his city and family. he has a few random hand and wrist tattoos, a tattoo on his hip from his ex, as well as back piece in progress with his childhood home, angels, god's will, first shoe, cross, olympic medal and a cover up in the works. when it comes to his style, he likes to be comfy but stays in the latest while always sporting a nice watch and some sort of chain.

To which social class do you belong?

upper class.

Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

he's allergic to citrus but eats it anyway.

Are you right- or left-handed?

he writes with his left hand but does everything else with his right.

What does your voice sound like?

his voice is very deep with his southern accent showing in certain words. sometimes a little raspy because he's always yelling on the court.

What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

aight. nasty work. ain't no way. cmon na.

What do you have in your pockets?

usually he just has his phone and some money.

Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

he has a pregame routine that he has to follow before every game and if he doesn't he feels like he'll have a bad game.

PART 2: GROWING UP

How would you describe your childhood in general?

his childhood was busy and full of work. when his parents were together they were always working to provide for the family so he spent a lot of time with his grandparents working on their farm. his uncle used to rescue him and take him to the local courts or gym to play basketball. if he wasn't doing that, him and his siblings were always together, hanging out and just keeping themselves occupied. once his parents divorced his was bouncing back and forth but got away from the farm life to focus on basketball.

What is your earliest memory?

his earliest memory was getting his childhood dog that he and his siblings begged for.

How much schooling have you had?

he never finished college because he declared for the draft so he only has a high school diploma.

Did you enjoy school?

he did not enjoy school at all, was always tired because of basketball and if it wasn't for basketball he wouldn't have been motivated to do well.

Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

he learned a lot from his uncle he took him under his wing and coached him once he saw the potential in basketball.

While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.

he looked up to a lot of basketball players like kobe, michael jordan, lebron, and tracy mcgrady.

While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

he and his siblings were very close knit, did everything together if they could and were always around each other even when their parents separated. overall they were very family oriented and made sure to make time for each other. whether his mom was cussing them out in italian or his dad was being standoffish, they always found a way to show love.

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

he always wanted to be a basketball player.

As a child, what were your favorite activities?

he liked to play basketball but he also enjoyed just spending time with his mom in the kitchen making homemade pasta noodles.

As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

he was a wild child and very high energy, always getting into anything he could and bugging the rest of his siblings. but even though he was one of the middle children he took on a protector role early and always looked out for his sisters especially.

As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

he was social and always had a lot of friends. playing basketball brought him a lot of friendships and attention so he always had a crew of people.

When and with whom was your first kiss?

his first kiss was when he was six with a neighbor after his brothers dared him.

Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

no, he lost his virginity at 14 while they were away at a basketball tournament. he swore he loved the girl and everything.

PART 3: PAST INFLUENCES

What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

when he got a full ride scholarship to ucla.

Who has had the most influence on you?

his uncle because he was the one constant man in his life that never gave up on him and always was in his corner no matter what.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

he would say being able to take care of his family because he's always wanted to do that.

What is your greatest regret?

he regrets letting certain people have access to him.

What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

he took a teammates girl on accident.

Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

he doesn't because he was a nba prospect early in high school but he got in some trouble a few times that could've ruined everything.

When was the time you were the most frightened?

probably some random halloween as a kid.

What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

his car ran out of gas when he was on a date.

If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

he would've put in more effort with the relationship with his dad because he let his own stubbornness stop him from trying to fix things.

What is your best memory?

his 26th birthday.

What is your worst?

how his last relationship ended.

[ilovejevsjeans]

2020- Testing- Dan had a special one off helmet for testing- A tribute to basketball player Kobe Bryant who died a few weeks before.

[kicksaddictny]

Nike Transforms Kobe 6 'Grinch' In To Cleats

Back in June, news that Nike would be reworking the legendary Kobe Bryant’s Kobe 6 “Grinch” colorway into a Vapor Edge football cleat sent shockwaves through the sneaker community. Now, just ahead of its highly anticipated launch, we get a full preview of the new look, and it’s every bit as exciting as fans hoped.

True to form, the cleat mirrors the iconic “Green Apple” hue of the original, with the bold red and black branding elements adding a striking contrast. The signature snakeskin texture from the original Kobe 6 has also been preserved, making it instantly recognizable, while the Vapor Edge’s design ensures it’s ready for the field with its performance-driven construction.

The Kobe 6 "Grinch" football cleat is set to drop on November 22 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers, with a starting price of $230 USD. This release is sure to be a must-have for both sneakerheads and athletes alike. Don’t miss your chance to grab a piece of this limited-edition tribute to Kobe’s legendary legacy.

[adventure-alex]

🌟🌆 Discover the Vibrant Wonders of Kobe, Japan! 🌆🌟

📸 Join us on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking city of Kobe! 🌸 Immerse yourself in a fusion of rich culture, tantalizing flavors, and awe-inspiring sights that will leave you in awe. 🎉 Here are 10 incredible things to do in Kobe that will make your visit truly unforgettable! 🌟

1️⃣ Indulge in the Beauty of Kobe Harbor: 🌊 Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing coastal charm, where mountains meet the sparkling bay. Experience the magic of Harborland, a vibrant shopping district that offers endless delights for all.

2️⃣ Dive into the Enchanting World of Chinatown: 🏮 Explore the vibrant streets of Nankinmachi, Kobe's bustling Chinatown. Indulge your taste buds with delectable Chinese cuisine while marveling at the stunning architecture and lively atmosphere.

3️⃣ Conquer Mt. Rokko: ⛰️ Embark on an exhilarating hike up Mt. Rokko and witness panoramic views that will take your breath away. Capture the stunning sunset and immerse yourself in nature's embrace.

4️⃣ Seek Serenity at Herb Mountain: 🌿 Embark on a magical journey through the lush greenery of Herb Mountain, where fragrant herbs and cascading waterfalls await. Let the serene beauty rejuvenate your spirit.

5️⃣ Discover the Architectural Marvel of Weathercock House: 🏰 Marvel at the bold beauty of Weathercock House, a striking red-brick residence nestled in Kitano. Step into a bygone era and immerse yourself in its elegant charm.

6️⃣ Unleash Your Spiritual Side at Ikuta Shrine: ⛩️ Visit Ikuta Shrine, one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, and experience its timeless spiritual aura. Feel a sense of tranquility as you wander through its sacred grounds.

7️⃣ Immerse Yourself in Art at Hyogo Prefectural Museum: 🖼️ Let the creativity of Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art captivate your senses. Delve into a world of masterpieces and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene of Kobe.

8️⃣ Pay Tribute at Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park: 🕊️ Reflect on the resilience of the city at Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park. Witness the lasting impact of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and pay homage to its memory.

9️⃣ Savor the Legendary Kobe Beef: 🥩 Indulge in the world-renowned Kobe beef, renowned for its exquisite tenderness and marbling. Treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure like no other.

🔟 Marvel at the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge: 🌉 Stand in awe before the engineering marvel of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge. Capture unforgettable moments against the backdrop of this iconic structure.

🌟 Unleash the Explorer Within! 🌟

Don't miss out on the captivating wonders that await you in Kobe! 🌸✨ Embrace the vibrant culture, immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime. 📸 Plan your adventure to Kobe today and prepare for an extraordinary journey unlike any other! 🌆✈️

[pedripics]

https://www.tumblr.com/pedripics/766402223297150976/omgg-when-did-he-dedicate-a-goal-to-kounde do you know what it means? i swear i have seen it before but i don’t remember who was it

pretty sure kounde said it's a tribute to kobe bryant

[donnadsltwmart]

Something I made. The newly unveiled statue of Kobe and Gianna Bryant is a magnificent tribute to the lives and legacy of the beloved father-daughter duo.

Standing at 20 feet tall, the bronze statue depicts Kobe and Gianna in their familiar basketball poses, representing the powerful bond they shared in their love for the sport.

The statue is a beautiful and moving tribute to two incredible individuals whose passion for basketball and passion for life will never be forgotten. #basketball #kobebryant #kobe #missyou #statue #bronze #Lakers #lalaker #NBA @kobebryant @lakers

[freshthoughts2020]

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BEAN is a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn tribute to the legendary Kobe Bryant, capturing his iconic presence and unwavering spirit. This original 7” x 10” artwork is meticulously crafted using alcohol-based color markers, bringing vibrant life and depth to every detail of Kobe’s likeness in his classic Lakers attire.

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[lol-jackles]

One Piece review

Stories in One Piece stories are zany, but it works because it is classically told, with a focus on character, a journey together, the various characters' flaws getting them in trouble, triumph over hardship, and the camaraderie between crew members.  It's also just a really wholesome, fun show in an era of entertainment that's teaming with forced messaging and just dismal dystopia views and so on.   The One Piece offers a a nice change of pace from all of the grimdark medieval-fantasy shows and repetitive, formulaic superhero adaptations.   Simply put, the show was made on the on the foundation of joy.

The world building was great. It gives you the scope and scale. I just love how snails are inexplicably used for communication for everything without explanation.  It just is, so just go with it.

The fight scenes were cartoonish and you can see everybody doing fights and that's why it's great. None of that stupid multiple cutaways.

The casting was top notch. Both main character and side characters were distinctive and with believable emotional motivation. Every. Single. Actor. commits to their character, making them believable and far deeper than I expected.

Like the show, Luffy is a risk taker, smart, dumb, and brave. Luffy is relentlessly upbeat about everything most of the time, but he also gets to be angry and sad. When he shows those feelings it lets you know his character more. The acting choice really worked with this character, and hence made the whole show work.

Luffy is the personification of freedom, hence why he wants to be a pirate.  But every pirate the adult Luffy runs into are bad: destroying towns and killing or taking slaves (Alvida) or literal captive audiences for their ego (Buggy) or forced to pay back breaking tribute to them (Arlong).    These pirates may have started out like Luffy, embracing adventure and freedom, but after 20 years of not achieving their dreams and leaving them with crushed egos, they become cruel and subjugate others just to prove the illusion of strength and power.  They are just as obsessed with how they are perceived as today’s youths on Instagram.  The first pirate we meet through adult Luffy was Alvida, she learned from a captive that she’s not even on the pirate bounty hunter's list and killed the captive out of petty wounded ego.  Buggy the clown pirate rants about not having a spotlight and Arlong gives one to many pity parties over humans not respecting his species.

In contrast, Luffy doesn’t care how others see him as, letting others choose to see him as a villain or hero. He doesn't do what he does to be seen as good but because he wants.  He frees Kobe from Alivida and due to his enslavement from pirates, it’s understandable that Kobe has a rather dim views of them and he joins the Marines to protect people from pirates.  But similar to Luffy’s experience, Kobe learns that some Marines are corrupt and make deals with some pirates to either line their own pockets or to maintain the Old Guard.  But just like Luffy, Kobe does not allow the challenges to his world view to deter him from his dreams of becoming a good Marine and reform the institution, just like Luffy wants to restore piracy to their glory days of adventuring.

I liked how it was pointed out that the pirate’s personal freedom and the bounty of their heads turned it into a literal “price of  freedom”.   The more they exercise their freedom as pirate, the more they must shoulder results of their actions.   Some pirates embraced it, others found it suffocating as they can’t let down their guard and even kill their own crewmen out of paranoia. 

Despite Kobe’s low key persona, he probably has the strongest will out of all the characters.  The show does a good job showing the paradox of two friends who have completely opposite and colliding dreams (one a pirate and the other a marine) yet they still choose to act with integrity with one another.

The show gives a lot respect to parental figures. Every character has a background that can be traced to important people who imparted them with good morals, which lead them to what they are today. Even when they disagree or clash, both parties can see eye to eye and no one is portrayed as an asshole or antiquated just because they are not hip with the kids.  The relationship between Zeff and Sanji was especially emotional, that good bye was an honest manly tear jerker.

Nami has the quiet intensity that has one of the best backstory. She was strong without being a girl boss, and she was allowed to break down and be vulnerable. The boys were allowed to protect and help her, and it drew them closer as a crew.  Sure, Luffy has the strength and heart, and Zorro has the strength, skills and loyalty, and Sanji has fight skills that rivals his cooking skills, but Nami is possibly the smartest one of the lot of them.  It just occurred to me Strawhats literally can't function without her because no one else seems to know how to navigate the sea.

The music was freaking excellent and did a terrific job at capturing the spirit of adventure, which is key to One Piece's story. It felt like goofier and more playful Pirates of the Caribbean, and it reminded me how much fun the OG was.

Conclusion:  One Piece's first season is full of heart, optimism, excitement, and charm.  Villains are clearly defined and heroes strive to do what's right.   I enjoyed the earnest campiness equally with the earnest wholesome vibe.  Sure there where some dark as hell moments, but it never lets that fee like the point.  Luffy is a golden hearted character that believes I the best in the world around him, and the show unabashedly puts that on display without feeling the need to cynically tear it down.  I feel feel that a lot of modern media is most scared to be that sincere in its optimism, like people won’t take it seriously if the story isn’t cynical and cruel.  The genius of the One Piece is it gets people to take the story seriously in spite of the pure zaniness because it feels like old fashioned escapist storytelling Hollywood used to be capable of producing. Characters are layered and worth caring for. The core idea of following your dreams and encouraging the dreams of those around you merely uses pirate fantasy as its delivery system.

[elyxirshifting]

Hunger Games DR

Basically in this DR I'm gonna be the youngest victor of the Hunger Games ever (at age 12, I decided this to purely one up Finnick, I am that petty), obvious warnings for death being mentioned and mentions of basically any topics mentioned in the books as I'm shifting to a book accurate version of the universe.

Basic information

Name: Elyxir Callisto Fay (Ely, Elyx)

Birthday: 09/17/59 (for context the first year of the hunger games is year 1, this is a result of me being lazy as shit and not wanting to work out an appropriate time in the future, so using our time it's probably along the lines of 09/17/2359 or something)

Sexuality: Lesbian

Pronouns: They/she

Age when I first shift: 9 (yes there is a reason)

Home District: District 1

Faceclaim: I look mostly like myself in this reality except my hair is a touch lighter and is longer and slightly wavy plus blue eyes

Important people in my DR (friends, family, mentors):

Family: [Mother’s Name]

Citrine Fay

[Mother’s Age]

44

[Mother’s Occupation]

Perfumer

[Father’s Name]

Brilliance Fay

[Father’s Age]

44

[Father’s Occupation]

Craftsperson

[Sister’s Name]

Gallica Fay (Alli)

[Sister’s Age]

15

[Brother’s Name]

Luncan Fay (Lun)

[Brother’s Age]

14

[Brother’s Name]

Secret Fay (Ret)

[Brother’s Age]

13

[Sister’s Name]

Selenite Fay (Leni)

[Sister’s Age]

12

[Sister’s Name]

Macaroon Fay (Carrie)

[Sister’s Age]

11

[Brother’s Name]

Velvet Fay (Vel)

[Brother’s Age]

10

[Sister’s Name]

Vivid Fay (Vivi)

[Sister’s Age]

10

All of my siblings also attend the training academy

Friends: Glimmer, her birthday is 7/27/58 (I don't have an image to show what she looks like in my mind as I'm going for how I imagined her in the books cause I thought she'd be cool and I'm super gay, she doens't die in her games either, cause she's the solo winner cause I decided Peeta will win the 73rd and then the 75th quell twist is the same but cause of rules Katniss ends up in the 75th but I have her role as mockingjay)

I also befriend Johanna and Finnick after my games, again going for book accuracy, I don't have the energy to search for a picture

Mentors:

Cashmere and Gloss. They're Glimmer's cousins in my DR, Cashmere won her games at 15 and Gloss won his at 16. I actually found pictures that more or less look like I pictured them so that's good.

My games:

My games are the 72nd Hunger Games, the other tributes in the game are as followed

Prince, 17, D1

Calista, 17, D2

Orion, 18, D2

Chip, 15, D3

Dell, 16, D3

Brooke, 15, D4

Dylan, 17, D4

Lunar, 16, D5

Dean, 15, D5

Elaine, 13, D6

Aaron, 12, D6

Hazel, 18, D7

Jude, 13, D7

Camisole, 16, D8

Sterling, 14, D8

Adalina, 15, D9

Herman, 18, D9

Bessie, 17, D10

Kobe, 17, D10

Autumn, 18, D11

Fraser, 16, D11

Ivy, 18, D12

Jett, 16, D12

I won't write every small detail of my games as there's a lot but I'll add some pictures that'll look like parts of the arena

The arena is like a magical otherworld, there are unicorns in the arena, they attack anyone that appears to be a threat to them, so typically older tributes.

Before all of that though, basically I tested into the academy early and so I'd been at the academy since I was like 5 so I was already planning to volunteer that year but it turns out Glimmer was reaped so I had an even better reason which helped play into my character I put on for the games, confident that I'll do really well for someone my age not that I'd necessarily win but that I'd be able to hold my own, someone that would do anything to protect people she cares about, capitol audiences really loved that.

Glimmer and I are the district 1 tributes that get sent into the Quater Quell, they change the rules even further to allow for two previous victors of the same gender to be chosen for the quell.

I'll probably add more stuff to this anyway

[thepurpletape]

8-24-24