H.R. No. 126 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, Jim and Janice Conkwright of Lubbock are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on August 17, 2013; and WHEREAS, Jim Conkwright and the former Janice Berry were united in matrimony at Whaley United Methodist Church in Gainesville, Texas, in 1963; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of two daughters, Leslie and Robin, and two grandsons, Henry and Colby; and WHEREAS, Respected members of their West Texas community, Mr. Conkwright retired as general manager of the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District No. 1 and Mrs. Conkwright was a teacher in the Hereford and Lubbock Independent School Districts; moreover, she has been an active volunteer with the Deaf Smith County Historical Society and Lubbock Meals on Wheels, as well as with her churches; 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 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, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Jim and Janice Conkwright on their 50th 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. Conkwright as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Frullo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 126 was adopted by the House on July 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House