It's been over two years now since Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant tragically passed away in a helicopter crash. This is also now the third Valentines' Day where his wife, Vanessa Bryant, has been without her husband.

On Monday morning, she took to Instagram and posted a heartfelt Valentines' message for Kobe.

What a gesture. Lakers fans and basketball lovers, in general, miss Kobe every single day. He's truly one of the greats of the game and it's an absolute tragedy he was taken so soon.

Vanessa and Kobe had been married for 19 years before his passing and have four girls together. Gianna Bryant sadly died in the crash with her father. On Super Bowl Sunday, Vanessa Bryant honored her late husband in a beautiful NFL Films commercial in front of the Lakers great's mural in LA.

This is obviously a very tough day for her after so many years together with the Black Mamba. But, there is no doubt Kobe is looking down on his wife and children with love and admiration. Although Kobe Bryant will forever be gone, his legacy will live on forever and ever. Not just in Los Angeles, but all over the world. His work ethic and dedication to the game of basketball are a motivation to every athlete.