By Palmer                                             H.R. No. 1135

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                                 R E S O L U T I O N

 1-1           WHEREAS, On May 17, 1997, Vincetta Mary DiSanto and Steven

 1-2     Dale Smith embarked on a new and exciting journey in life when they

 1-3     were united as husband and wife in Arlington; and

 1-4           WHEREAS, The decision to enter into marriage is a profound

 1-5     and powerful expression of two people's commitment to one another,

 1-6     and the lifelong fulfillment of this sacred vow is one of the most

 1-7     meaningful experiences possible; and

 1-8           WHEREAS, Though the seriousness of this occasion cannot be

 1-9     doubted, a wedding is also a joyous affirmation of the love of two

1-10     individuals for one another; the tradition of a public ceremony

1-11     springs from the heartfelt desire to share this love with others,

1-12     and the celebration of marriage nurtures and strengthens not only

1-13     husband and wife but also their family, friends, and community; and

1-14           WHEREAS, Mr. Smith and Ms. DiSanto have been blessed with a

1-15     relationship that has grown steadily in mutual respect, affection,

1-16     and understanding, and through their deep dedication to one another

1-17     they have forged a sound foundation on which to build their life

1-18     together; now, therefore, be it

1-19           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas

1-20     Legislature hereby congratulate Vincetta Mary DiSanto and Steven

1-21     Dale Smith on the occasion of their wedding and extend to them

1-22     sincere best wishes for continued happiness in the years to come;

1-23     and, be it further

1-24           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

 2-1     prepared for the couple as an expression of high regard by the

 2-2     Texas House of Representatives.