Steve Jobs. It’s possible you may not have heard of the man — You will have noticed him though. He co-founded Apple Computers in the late 60’s, gave the world the iPod, Pixar, the iPhone and the modern GUI.

But what of the man himself ? Today I am writing this not because of the amazing modern designs, gadgets and world changing idioms that he has give us all. No, today this is a very personal note of respect and admiration for Mr Jobs.

You see, he was diagnosed with cancer some 2 years ago and recently underwent a liver transplant as a result. After going through this life changing event he then appears at a key Apple conference urging the audience to become organ donors.

I too suffer from a serious liver condition that may one day also require a transplant for me to go on. To know one is suffering from such a condition and to then refuse to lie down and give up demands respect. To actively use the opportunity to further the cause in order to selflessly help others you do not even know is truly the mark of a great Man. Steve Jobs.

Simon
Owner and founder of Blue Jay Designs Ltd.