The opposite of love is not hate, but indifference. I think a lot of people really loved _why, but were hurt that he left and by the way he left. So hating the guy is a lot closer to caring than you might think.

_why gave Rubyists permission to have fun, make messes, and not take yourself seriously. Thanks _why for inspiring me to Try Ruby. I'm teaching my 8 year old son some Ruby today in your honor.