H.R. No. 52 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, Sherman and Elaine Wright of Midland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 24, 2010; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Wright were united in matrimony at Fundamental Baptist Church in Sweetwater in 1960; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children, David Wright and Ricky Wright and his wife, Beverly; they have been further blessed with six grandchildren and a great-grandchild; and WHEREAS, Residents of Midland for 35 years, Mr. Wright worked for Lucent Technology, formerly Western Electric, and retired in 2001 and Mrs. Wright is a homemaker; and WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over 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 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Sherman and Elaine Wright 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. Wright as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 52 was adopted by the House on February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House