March 11, 2009

Dear Chuck

I apologize for taking such a long time to write to you my appreciation for your excellent performance at our 5th Annual Comedy Night Signature event.

From our initial viewing of your on-line performance the entire committee felt like you were a good “fit” for our religious based hospital; we have had a difficult time finding funny performers that don’t fall back on sarcasm, cruel antics and foul language. Imagine our elation when we heard Sylvester Stallone telling bible stories!!!

Throughout the time leading up to the event I really appreciated the e-mail and phone contact. After each communication I felt more assured that you were going to give us your best performance. It was impressive that you made the time to connect with us on a personal, not merely professional, level.

The evening of the event you made big points with the committee when you showed up in your white dinner jacket . . . dressed to embrace our LoveBoat Cruise theme . . . another little thing that made a big impact on the evening. I was moved by your desire for the show to be successful not just for your review but for our hospital, patients’ and guests’ benefit.

Chuck, your humor is a true gift and we thank you for sharing with us. Your fast paced wit had us all captured the entire hour; the way you blend your humor, juggling, songs and balloon work was a perfect balance of action and interaction. Mark -who helped (?) sing “Run Around Sue”- hums the song to me every time he sees me! The evening went too fast!

May our Father continue to bless you and hold you in his care.

Shalom my friend,