Birthdays

Birthdays
The Harris’ treat everyone’s birthday as if it is Christmas. Meaning that as a family we pull out all the stops to make sure that you know that your birth into this clan is revered as one of the most special and precious things that ever happen. For us a new member is received as a true gift from God, and each year afterward s on birthdays, we acknowledge once again our thanks.
So, regardless of your age, you get the full treatment…cake, ice cream, gifts and that time honored and practiced out of tune song “Happy Birthday.” For us even with the large size of the clan, never gets old. And, of course as we’ve grown over the years, it almost means a monthly effort is required by birthday committee preparing for the next celebration. Of course we have friends who often express the opinion that the Harris’ are just addicted to celebrating; and will do so even when it’s the family pet’s birthday. Not true of course.
For me one of the great joy’s over the years is reviewing the video and pictures taken of various family members and comparing expressions (that seem to never change) of excitement and joy displayed. From little kids to full adults, each of us is forever captured in a state of Christmas day excitement on our birthday. And, as the clan continues to grow, the birthday committee excitedly adds their name to the calendar and begins the process of making plans for our newest gift from God.
So, when it comes to birthdays, the Harris clan rates this event (holiday) only second to the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. For as we celebrate God’s gift of his son to the world; we embrace his gift to us of sons and daughters. Thank you God; Happy Birthday Baby Jesus, and each and every member of the Harris clan.