80R14749 KOB-D
 
  By: Smith of Tarrant H.R. No. 1834
 
 
 
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, Harlon and Linda Smith of Hurst
  celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 9, 2007; and
         WHEREAS, Harlon E. Smith and the former Linda Kay Pierce were
  united in matrimony in Ardmore, Oklahoma, in 1957; they have
  nurtured a close and fulfilling marriage and have been blessed with
  a loving family that includes Pamela D'Ann Smith, David A.
  Consolver, and Herb and Terry Slattery; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Smith is retired from a career at Lockheed, and
  Mrs. Smith is an artist; they have lived in Hurst for 42 years; 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 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 Harlon and Linda Smith on their
  golden wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes
  for continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Smith as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.