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                                                                  H.R. No. 134


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The wedding anniversary of two outstanding Texans who have shared 50 happy and fulfilling years of marriage is truly a memorable occasion; longtime Midland residents Micky and Jimmie Helms recently commemorated this momentous event in their lives when they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary; and WHEREAS, Jimmie Helms and the former Micky Kelly exchanged their wedding vows on July 14, 1953, at a ceremony held in Lovington, New Mexico; in the years that followed, they worked hard to build a loving home life for the couple's three children, Kelly, Mike, and Jennifer, all of whom still reside in the Permian Basin area; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Helms are former residents of Snyder who moved to Midland in 1957; active and energetic in their retirement, they take immense pride in the accomplishments of their four beloved grandchildren, and they have generously given of their time and resources to assist the AKC Basset Hound Rescue program in their community; and WHEREAS, Since becoming husband and wife 50 years ago, this devoted couple have enjoyed an enduring relationship that has grown in love and mutual respect with each passing year, and they remain a source of delight and inspiration to the friends with whom they have shared the richness of their life together; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Micky and Jimmie Helms of Midland on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary and extend to them best wishes for much happiness in the years to come; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Helms as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 134 was adopted by the House on August 22, 2003, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House