H.R. No. 2812 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Doyle and Verda Arnold of Quinlan celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 20, 2009; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold were united in matrimony in Plano on that special day in 1959; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of 5 children, 10 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. Arnold is a semiretired independent carpenter and the owner of Arnold Construction; Mrs. Arnold enjoyed a career with the Quinlan Independent School District before her retirement; and WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the world during the past half-century, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant in their commitment to one another, and the strength of their love has enabled them to meet life's challenges and opportunities with grace and optimism; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Doyle and Verda Arnold on their golden wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Arnold as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2812 was adopted by the House on June 1, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House