Open Letter to Charlie Kravetz
Hi Charlie,
On Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 10:28 AM, Charlie Kravetz <cjk@teamcharliesangels.com> wrote:
Due to medical issues, I have not been able to participate much in
the Karmic cycle. Unfortunately, multiple sclerosis is once again
complicating my life for some time. Tests have indicated other
issues, also, which will prevent me from participating in Ubuntu
Developers Week this cycle–
Charlie Kravetz
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I can’t say it enough. Your hard work on improving our QA processes, doing bug triage, and burning ISO after ISO to test is something probably many of us have taken for granted and not recognized enough. QA is often a thankless job but yet so critical. So Charlie, please take pride because without you we would have not been able to pull off Xubuntu 9.04 like we did. Your consistent dedication is truly admirable. You’re a true Ubuntu rockstar.
I’m sorry to hear that you’re unwell and hope you get better soon. On behalf of Xubuntu and in your honour, I’m pledging to donate $10.00 each month along with a one time donation today of $50.00 to the MS Society of Canada and a one time donation today of $50.00 to the National MS Society to do my part to help find a cure.
Please know that we’re all wishing you well and are eagerly awaiting your return to good health. Your unique humour and warm personality is truly missed.