82S11329 JGH-D By: Hughes H.R. No. 260 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, Wendell and Myra Shirley Crist of Yantis celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 17, 2011; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Crist exchanged the vows of matrimony in Yantis in 1961, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Crist count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, Wesley and his wife, Deborah, Kelvin and his wife, Michelle, Nathan and his wife, Tina, and Rodney and his wife, Debbie, as well as nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, with whom they share the many special occasions of life; 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, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Wendell and Myra Crist 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. Crist as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.