Hello mscho7969
+1 to mapreri’s response from me.
Though it is commendable that you seek this next step, you do need the time and effort exerted to show your commitment.
Please see:
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Membership/NewMember
In that it is "sustained and significant contributions …contributing for 6 months of sustained contributions, "
as well as support for your submission from your peers.
Your attention is invited to the above criteria; at the time you meet these requirements I do encourage you to re-submit your request.
regards
Bashing-om