H.R. No. 824 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Kenneth and Jeannie Gaines of Cumby celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 23, 2013, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, The couple exchanged the vows of matrimony in Fort Worth in 1963, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Gaines count among their blessings a fine family that includes their daughters, Donna George, Debbie Cameron, and Paula Teague, with whom they treasure sharing many special occasions; and WHEREAS, For half a century, Kenneth and Jeannie Gaines have brought to their marriage laughter, kindness, and devotion, and it is a pleasure to honor them for their enduring commitment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Kenneth and Jeannie Gaines 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. Gaines as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 824 was adopted by the House on March 20, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House