By Kubiak H.R. No. 1226 75R17113 JTR-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, On October 18, 1997, Raschel Alison Richter and 1-2 James Prescott York will embark on a new and exciting journey in 1-3 life when they are united as husband and wife at St. Peter's 1-4 Lutheran Church in Washington County; and 1-5 WHEREAS, The couple began dating in 1989; over the next few 1-6 years their blossoming relationship grew in mutual respect, 1-7 affection, and understanding, and on October 3, 1996, Mr. York's 1-8 proposal of marriage was warmly accepted by Ms. Richter; and 1-9 WHEREAS, The newlyweds will reside in Somerville, living in 1-10 the house in which Mr. York was born, and through their deep 1-11 dedication to one another they have forged a sound foundation on 1-12 which to build their life together; and 1-13 WHEREAS, The decision to enter into marriage is a profound 1-14 and powerful expression of commitment, and the lifelong fulfillment 1-15 of this sacred vow is one of the most meaningful experiences 1-16 possible; at the same time, the tradition of the wedding ceremony 1-17 is a joyous public affirmation of love, and this celebration 1-18 nurtures and strengthens not only husband and wife but also their 1-19 friends, family, and community; and 1-20 WHEREAS, In joining together in wedlock, Scott York and 1-21 Raschel Richter will not only imbue their own lives with new 1-22 richness and radiance but will also bring great joy and inspiration 1-23 to their many friends and loved ones, and it is indeed a privilege 1-24 to commemorate this auspicious occasion; now, therefore, be it 2-1 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 2-2 Legislature hereby congratulate Raschel Alison Richter and James 2-3 Prescott York on the occasion of their wedding and extend to them 2-4 sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness in the 2-5 years to come; and, be it further 2-6 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-7 prepared for the couple as an expression of high regard by the 2-8 Texas House of Representatives.