H.R. No. 835
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced
  by a great and enduring love, Jack and Marvel Goodwin of Midland
  celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 8, 2006; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin were united in matrimony in
  Jacksonville, Florida, in 1956; they have nurtured a close and
  fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the
  addition of two children and their spouses, Jan King and her
  husband, Bryan, and Wendy Roberson and her husband, Robby, as well
  as three grandchildren, Geoffrey, Kayla, and Kristin; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Goodwin is a retired geologist, and he and Mrs.
  Goodwin are active members of the First United Methodist Church of
  Midland; and
         WHEREAS, Having witnessed innumerable changes in the world
  over the past half-century, this devoted husband and wife have
  taken comfort in the reassuring strength of their love, and the
  steadfast support they provide to one another has allowed them to
  meet life's challenges and opportunities with grace and
  determination; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Jack and Marvel Goodwin on their
  50th wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for
  continued happiness together; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.
 
  Craddick
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 835 was adopted by the House on March
  28, 2007, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House