H.R. No. 825 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Thomas and Virgie Boyd of Pickton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 1, 2013, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, Thomas W. Boyd and the former Virgie Ann Gunn exchanged the vows of matrimony at Bethel Baptist Church in Dallas in 1963, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd count among their blessings a fine family that includes 4 children, William, Anthony, Angela, and Shawn, as well as 12 grandchildren, with whom they treasure sharing many special occasions; and WHEREAS, For half a century, Thomas and Virgie Boyd 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 Thomas and Virgie Boyd 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. Boyd as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 825 was adopted by the House on March 20, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House