Final post

I havn't had the will or the energy to write a post but I want to say thank you once again to everybody. Thank you for the all the prayers, well wishes, cards, the wonderful food that people have brought over, the monetary donations and your presence both at the memorial and on Cleve's birthday. I just want to reiterate how thankful I am but feel it comes up short compared to what I feel in my heart. This truly has been a life changing event in so many ways. I have been pushed beyond what I thought my capacity was but found I could cope with the help of so many loved ones.  I could not have done it without my support "team". The tremendous generosity I experienced will be paid forward both emotionally and monetarily. I plan on making donations to others as others have made to my family. I have unfortunately learned how I react in a devastating situation, people have mistaken it for strength, but I don't feel strong at all, in fact I feel the weakest i've ever felt. I also feel anger, relief and love. So many emotions that I'm sure are all normal but it breaks my heart to have to experience right along side my boys. But I know in time the hurt will dull and we will eventually have more happy days than sad days. I will live my life and teach my boys to give love, respect and compassion to others because as Cleve would say, you get what you give. Thank you all for viewing the blog, following our journey and leaving such beautiful comments, but this will be my last post. I will leave you with a song that has meant a lot to me over the last few months.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9ETxBHYBAU

Here's to life,
Katie

Cleve's memorial

We have set a time for Cleve's memorial, I hope it works with most peoples schedule. We will be having it at the Twin Creeks Park in Central point at 2:30 on Sunday (6/10/12). Thats the park where battle of the bones is held, on Haskel off of Pine street in Central Point. We will be at the large gazebo. Cleve wanted a memorial where people could tell stories and laugh and enjoy the memory of him, he also wanted it to be casual so don't feel the need to get dressed up either. Me and the guys are asking a few things of you, however. Since it is in a park and very casual, we are asking you to bring either a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Those that bring blankets will be put in front while those with chairs will be placed behind so we don't obstruct views. We are also asking if any of you by chance have an extra photo of Cleve, just a small one, 4x6 or smaller that you can part with, to bring it and put it in our album. This album will go to my boys so they can see how other people saw their daddy. Im sure there are photos out there I haven't seen, or haven't been seen in many, many years. It should be interesting. If you have a favorite yeti story you can feel free to share it with us. If it is too painful, then please listen to others, laugh and cry with us, you'll be in good company. If you have any questions feel free to ask. I will leave you with a few of my favorite pictures taken over the last few weeks that I think are beautiful and have touched me.  I love and miss you Cleve. Thank you for the thunder, lightning and hail storm this afternoon, it was quite a show.

I am so sorry to have to say that Cleve lost his battle with cancer at about 12:30 this afternoon. It was as peaceful as we could have asked for. He is no longer in pain and that sets my heart at ease. But one thing is for sure, you didn't give up without a fight. You have made everyone so proud. Good bye sweetheart, you are already dearly missed. Our salute to you...yes we did your favorite toast in your honor. Love you.