81R25130 BPG-D
 
  By: Kent H.R. No. 1553
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The 63rd birthday of an esteemed Texan is indeed
  cause for celebration, and Gwendolynn J. Murray of Dallas is
  commemorating this noteworthy occasion on May 1, 2009; and
         WHEREAS, A sixth-generation Texan, Ms. Murray was born in San
  Antonio in 1946; she attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock and
  earned her bachelor's degree in child development and family
  relations; and
         WHEREAS, Ms. Murray has shared a fulfilling relationship of
  40 years with her husband, Kipp Murray, and the couple's life
  together has been further enriched by a family that includes their
  daughter, Megan, their son, Reed, and their daughter-in-law, Alex,
  as well as twin granddaughters; and
         WHEREAS, For seven years, Ms. Murray was employed by American
  Petrofina; more recently, she became a charter board member of High
  Adventure Treks for Dads and Daughters, a nonprofit corporation
  founded by her husband to build strong bonds between fathers and
  daughters through outdoor activities; and
         WHEREAS, This devoted wife and mother has also demonstrated
  her commitment to the wider community, giving generously of her
  time and talent in key roles in numerous civic and charitable
  organizations; and
         WHEREAS, Gwendolynn Murray has greatly enhanced the lives of
  her family and many friends, and she has earned a special place in
  the hearts of all who are fortunate enough to know her; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Gwendolynn Murray on the occasion
  of her 63rd birthday and extend to her sincere best wishes for
  continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Ms. Murray as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.