Rest in peace, Sir Ed.
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Topic: Rest in peace, Sir Ed.
Posted By: Katherine
Subject: Rest in peace, Sir Ed.
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 12:10pm
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I think this is my "JFK moment", but Sir Edmund Hillary was one of my personal heroes, and his passing today has made me feel incredibly emotional. I met him a few years ago when I was volunteering at the Auckland Museum, and he always impressed me as a down-to-earth hero. His story inspires me so much -- an "ordinary New Zealander" who did something amazing through perseverence and belief in himself, then didn't just rest on his laurels, but made a point to give back to the people of Nepal and call attention to their plight. I'll miss him -- and he'll be a hard act to follow. |
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Posted By: james
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 12:43pm
awwww i didnt even know rip sir edd  ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://b4.lilypie.com/nLJ5p13.png" alt="Lilypie 4th Birthday Ticker" border="0" /></a> |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 12:45pm
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Yeah I just woke up to the news...it's a bit of shock and incredibly sad to lose a New Zealand hero and icon. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: peanut butter
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:03pm
| OMG I didnt know either. That is a blow. |
Posted By: caliandjack
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:06pm
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He died this morning its only just been announed in the media.
He feels like my Diana moment, one of the few people NZ is willing to stop everything for and pay tribute I hope he gets a state funeral. ------------- http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">   [/url] Angel June 2012 |
Posted By: Katherine
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:15pm
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Kind of funny, but I was just thinking -- my "Diana moment" was when Mother Theresa died! Am I allowed to have a Diana moment and a JFK moment? |
fleury wrote:Posted By: Mazzy
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:20pm
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Oh! I didn't even know! He was such a wonderful guy. I've met him a couple of times through work and every time came away thinking what a wonderful person and incredible life he has lived. I was also lucky enough to hear him speak on several occasions about his work in Nepal, such an amazing person. My heart goes out to his family, they shared him in life and will also have to share his death. RIP Sir Ed.
------------- Mum to two gorgeous girls! |
Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:33pm
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RIP Sir Ed, a true hero in an age when true heroes are few and far between.
I too hope he gets a state funeral, he has been a brilliant ambassador for his country and a tireless activist for the rights of the people of Nepal. I think I need to have a little cry -------------  Maya Grace (28/02/03)
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Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 1:39pm
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Makes me feel sad too. Such a great role model and icon. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: susieq
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 2:52pm
| RIP Sir Ed and I hope he gets a state funeral too |
Posted By: Bel
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 3:28pm
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I just heard on the radio - very sad.
He was a great man, someone all new zealanders should be proud of. ------------- Mum to two beautiful kids
Luke (09.11.2007) Amy (01.04.2009) |
Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 3:57pm
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Posted By: hailstones
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 4:08pm
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I agree - how sad for NZ to lose such a great Role model, Icon and Ambassador for our country!
Sir Ed was such a fantastic Man!! I too hope he gets a state funeral. RIP Sir Ed!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">  http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: caitlynsmygirl
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 6:00pm
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I found this
"Sir Edmund Hillary died at 9am today - shortly before he was expected to leave Auckland City Hospital. He was aged 88. A state funeral will be held for him, and will be broadcast by TVNZ." and this At 7.30pm the documentary Hillary on Everest will screen on TV ONE. This programme will screen without commercials. Tonight on News at 6pm: Sir Ed - adventurer and humanitarian Sir Edmund Hillary the adventurer and humanitarian passed away at 9am this morning. He not only conquered the highest mountain but explored the bottom of the world and helped those most in need in the country that put him in the history books. ONE News will bring you all of the details on the life of this great New Zealander who touched the lives of so many people world wide. Sir Edmund Hillary passes away ONE News will update the news about Sir edmund Hillary's passing throughout the afternoon on TV ONE and at onenews.co.nz, with full coverage tonight on ONE News at 6pm and Close Up at 7pm. There will be a ONE News Special at approximately 8:45pm. ONE News will be compiling your comments into a book of remembrance which will be presented to Sir Ed's family. Post your comment on ONE News's message board » Tonight on Close Up at 7pm: Sir Edmund Hillary special A special edition of Close Up will follow ONE News at 7pm, to commemorate the life of Sir Edmund Hillary, the great adventurer and philanthropist who passed away today aged 88 years. Presented by Mark Sainsbury, a personal friend of Sir Edmund, the special edition of Close Up replaces scheduled programming. |
Posted By: BaAsKa
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 6:06pm
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OMG! i didnt even know! thats soooooo upsetting!! RIP
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Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 6:38pm
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 6:39pm
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yes very sad although hes lived an amazing life and I bet he was happy when he died that he had done the things he wanted to do before that day came...
RIP ------------- Ann 
Also Mum to Josh (15) and Brooke (10) |
Posted By: mummy_becks
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 6:41pm
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SO sad ------------- I was a puree feeder, forward facing, cot sleeping, pram pushing kind of Mum... and my kids survived! |
Posted By: emachan
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 8:00pm
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I can't believe I missed hearing about Sir Ed until 6:50pm tonight - what a legend he was and will continue to be!
I was wondering if he would get a state funeral! That's awesome. ------------- http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">  DD#1 Sept 08 DD#2 Oct 09 |
Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 9:07pm
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I feel quite sad about it, he was an amazing, humble man. ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: EmDee
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 9:14pm
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RIP Sir Ed ------------- DS 8 DD 6 DS 4 DD 2 |
Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 9:16pm
We need more role models like him for our young people. Look at what passes as a role model these days  Britney, Paris Hilton etc.
Sorry to go off topic... but I've been thinking about this all evening  ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 9:18pm
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yep we do! ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: mummy_becks
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 11:03pm
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So true ------------- I was a puree feeder, forward facing, cot sleeping, pram pushing kind of Mum... and my kids survived! |
Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 11 January 2008 at 11:16pm
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I agree my 6 year old had never heard of him yet she could recite Paris and Brittanys life stories in a heartbeat ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Busy mum to Miss 15yrs, Miss 10yrs and Master 4yrs |
