HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY LION HARPER

On Tuesday, January 25, I had the opportunity to share in the celebration of Lion Harper Handshaw's 100th Birthday. The Harrisburg Noon Lions transformed their meeting into a wonderful party for one of their own. Cake , ice cream, balloons, and of course, singing. Lion Harper was born January 26, 1911. He grew up in Middle Springs, close to Shippensburg, the son of a farmer. Lion Harper shared with us a few stories of childhood and his work life. He became a Lion in 1943. For almost 7 decades, Lion Harper has given of his time for others. He sponsored his son, Lion Jim, in 1989. Lion Harper is an inspiration for all of us. His closing comments speak true. He felt that the Lions Club gave more to him than he gave to them. It truly is more blessed to give than to receive. WE SERVE.