R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, On April 26, 1997, Pete Pruneda and Polly Ann McCann 1-2 embarked on a new and exciting journey in their life together when 1-3 they were united as husband and wife at Central Christian Church in 1-4 Austin; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Honors graduates of Southwest Texas State 1-6 University, the couple met at the school's Phi Alpha Delta pre-law 1-7 fraternity; over the next few years, their blossoming relationship 1-8 grew in mutual respect, affection, and understanding, and on 1-9 Valentine's Day, 1996, Mr. Pruneda's proposal of marriage was 1-10 warmly accepted by Ms. McCann; and 1-11 WHEREAS, The newlyweds have now settled in Austin, working as 1-12 a legal assistant and legislative aide, and through their deep 1-13 dedication to one another they have forged a sound foundation on 1-14 which to build their life together; and 1-15 WHEREAS, The decision to enter into marriage is a profound 1-16 and powerful expression of commitment, and the lifelong fulfillment 1-17 of this sacred vow is one of the most meaningful experiences 1-18 possible; at the same time, the tradition of the wedding ceremony 1-19 is a joyous public affirmation of love, and this celebration 1-20 nurtures and strengthens not only husband and wife but also their 1-21 friends, family, and community; and 1-22 WHEREAS, In joining together in wedlock, Pete Pruneda and 1-23 Polly McCann-Pruneda have not only imbued their own lives with new 1-24 richness and radiance but have also brought great joy and 2-1 inspiration to their many friends and loved ones, and it is indeed 2-2 a privilege to commemorate this auspicious occasion; now, 2-3 therefore, be it 2-4 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 2-5 Legislature hereby congratulate Polly Ann McCann-Pruneda and Pete 2-6 Pruneda on the occasion of their wedding and extend to them sincere 2-7 best wishes for continued success and happiness in the years to 2-8 come; and, be it further 2-9 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-10 prepared for the couple as an expression of high regard by the 2-11 Texas House of Representatives. Seaman _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1107 was adopted by the House on May 26, 1997, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House