SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 402

WHEREAS, Fifty years ago, Vivian Whittington and James Cox made a lifetime commitment to each other, and their mutual trust has been amply rewarded, for they recently celebrated their golden wedding anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Vivian and James were married on January 19, 1957, in the home of Vivian's parents, John and Sarah Whittington; and

WHEREAS, The world has changed considerably during the years of their marriage, yet Mr. and Mrs. Cox have cherished traditional family and moral values; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, they have grown stronger in their love and devotion as together they have experienced the joys and sorrows of everyday living; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Cox have been blessed with a wonderful family; their son, Ricky Cox, and their granddaughter, Jennifer Cox, are a source of great pride and joy; and

WHEREAS, The loving relationship that Vivian and James share is truly an inspiration to all who know them; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. James Cox on their 50th wedding anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Cox as a memento of this special day. Wentworth

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 5, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate