That Call Before 7am

NirvanaMan · 04-12-2010, 05:50 PM

Audra (EH) received a phone call while we were still asleep in bed this morning. The next few moments were filled with crushing heart break as we learned that her beloved dad suddenly died this morning.

I've had the distinct pleasure of knowing Peter Haskell these past few years. I nervously met him first when her family invited this stranded east coast boy to a family thanksgiving dinner (Brad too was invited and in attendance). This was only about a month into dating Aud. From day one, he was warm and welcoming. He was one of those fellas that charms the room with his stories and welcomes the newcomer as long lost family.

Over the years I got to know him better and often engaged in light-hearted but earnest and intelligent discussions about life, the universe and everything (but mostly politics). He came to refer to me as Aud's little fascist, which I took as a term of endearment.

After I got my Porsche, I don't think anyone was more excited than he. I gave him a spirited ride as he told stories of his past exciting experiences of times in sexy sports cars. I will always remember that brief ride and hope he enjoyed it a fraction as much as I.

He treated me like family (but in a good way) and for that I am ever thankful. It would be dishonest for me to say that I didn't need or wish for a few more years with the man, but I can acknowledge that I am indeed fortunate for the time and experiences I had.

To a fellow atheist, a profound student of history and a lover of life, I toast my glass to you good sir. I vow to take the best care of our broken-hearted girl that I can. You leave a wake of love, laughter and insight that is impossible to fill but inspirational to follow.

Betty · 04-12-2010, 05:54 PM

Oh my goodness. So very sad. My thoughts are with you...

...I just can't even begin to imagine the heartache.

Gemini Cricket · 04-12-2010, 05:55 PM

Sad to hear this. He was such a great guy. My condolences to Audra and her family. Huge hugs to her mom.

Ghoulish Delight · 04-12-2010, 05:58 PM

As I've expressed to EH, the only testament necessary to know that the world lost a good one was the respect and love both she and NM have always spoke of him with. I'm so sorry for you and the family.

scaeagles · 04-12-2010, 05:58 PM

That's awful. I'm so sorry.

Bornieo: Fully Loaded · 04-12-2010, 06:35 PM

He was a wonderful man. My thoughts with Audra and Family. Very sad.

alphabassettgrrl · 04-12-2010, 06:44 PM

**hugs** I'm sorry.

flippyshark · 04-12-2010, 06:46 PM

My condolences. You've paid him lovely tribute here.

Stan4dSteph · 04-12-2010, 06:56 PM

Thank you for sharing that. Condolences on your loss.

Prudence · 04-12-2010, 06:56 PM

I'm so sorry. You both are in my thoughts.

04-12-2010, 05:50 PM	#1
NirvanaMan Making Change Happen Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 990	That Call Before 7am Audra (EH) received a phone call while we were still asleep in bed this morning. The next few moments were filled with crushing heart break as we learned that her beloved dad suddenly died this morning. I've had the distinct pleasure of knowing Peter Haskell these past few years. I nervously met him first when her family invited this stranded east coast boy to a family thanksgiving dinner (Brad too was invited and in attendance). This was only about a month into dating Aud. From day one, he was warm and welcoming. He was one of those fellas that charms the room with his stories and welcomes the newcomer as long lost family. Over the years I got to know him better and often engaged in light-hearted but earnest and intelligent discussions about life, the universe and everything (but mostly politics). He came to refer to me as Aud's little fascist, which I took as a term of endearment. After I got my Porsche, I don't think anyone was more excited than he. I gave him a spirited ride as he told stories of his past exciting experiences of times in sexy sports cars. I will always remember that brief ride and hope he enjoyed it a fraction as much as I. He treated me like family (but in a good way) and for that I am ever thankful. It would be dishonest for me to say that I didn't need or wish for a few more years with the man, but I can acknowledge that I am indeed fortunate for the time and experiences I had. To a fellow atheist, a profound student of history and a lover of life, I toast my glass to you good sir. I vow to take the best care of our broken-hearted girl that I can. You leave a wake of love, laughter and insight that is impossible to fill but inspirational to follow.
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04-12-2010, 05:54 PM	#2
Betty Kicking up my heels! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Silver State Posts: 3,783	Oh my goodness. So very sad. My thoughts are with you... ...I just can't even begin to imagine the heartache. __________________ Nee Stell Thue
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04-12-2010, 05:55 PM	#3
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	Sad to hear this. He was such a great guy. My condolences to Audra and her family. Huge hugs to her mom.
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04-12-2010, 05:58 PM	#4
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	As I've expressed to EH, the only testament necessary to know that the world lost a good one was the respect and love both she and NM have always spoke of him with. I'm so sorry for you and the family. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	That's awful. I'm so sorry.
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Bornieo: Fully Loaded Lego Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Disneyland, USA Posts: 3,704	He was a wonderful man. My thoughts with Audra and Family. Very sad.
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alphabassettgrrl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 4,978	hugs I'm sorry. __________________ Why cycling? Anything [sport] that had to do with a ball, I wasn't very good at. -Lance Armstrong
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04-12-2010, 06:46 PM	#8
flippyshark Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2,852	My condolences. You've paid him lovely tribute here.
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04-12-2010, 06:56 PM	#9
Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	Thank you for sharing that. Condolences on your loss.
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Prudence Beelzeboobs, Esq. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gavel - I haz it Posts: 6,287	I'm so sorry. You both are in my thoughts. __________________ traguna macoities tracorum satis de
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