R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, On June 7, 1997, Eunice R. Escobar and Dean Pledger 1-2 will embark on a new and exciting journey in life when they are 1-3 united as husband and wife at La Trinidad United Methodist Church 1-4 in San Antonio; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Since first finding one another, the couple have 1-6 been blessed with a relationship that has continued to grow in 1-7 mutual respect, affection, and understanding, and through their 1-8 deep dedication to one another they have forged a sound foundation 1-9 on which to build their life together; and 1-10 WHEREAS, Graduates of Texas A&M University, Mr. Pledger and 1-11 Ms. Escobar will reside in San Antonio, where they work as an 1-12 account executive and English teacher; 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, Eunice R. Escobar 1-21 and Dean Pledger 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 Dean Pledger and Eunice R. Escobar 2-3 on the occasion of their wedding and extend to them sincere best 2-4 wishes for continued success and happiness in the years to come; 2-5 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. Gutierrez _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1268 was adopted by the House on June 2, 1997, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House