H.R. No. 179 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, Art and Georgia "Jody" Cook of Lubbock celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 31, 2012; and WHEREAS, Art Cook and the former Jody Kennedy were united in matrimony in 1952; over the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the expansion of their family to include their sons, Shane and Dennis, their daughters, Terry and Kelly, their daughters-in-law, Jan and Becky, their son-in-law, Garry, and their seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the world during the past six decades, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant in their commitment to each other, 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 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Art and Jody Cook on their 60th 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. Cook as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Frullo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 179 was adopted by the House on February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House