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Senate Resolution 319
By: Senator Mullis of the 53rd

A RESOLUTION

Honoring and congratulating Mr. James Raymond Southerland and Mrs. Rachel Southerland on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, five decades ago, Mr. James Raymond Southerland married his lovely wife, Mrs. Rachel Southerland; and

WHEREAS, throughout 50 years of triumph, joy, disappointment, and quiet routine, their love and devotion for each other has remained; and

WHEREAS, their tenderness, respect, and joy for one another have provided invaluable inspiration to others striving for harmony in their lives and their families; and

WHEREAS, on Sunday, June 26, 2005, this miraculous couple will celebrate their 50th year of holy matrimony with friends and family at Lake Howard Baptist Church.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor Mr. James Raymond Southerland and Mrs. Rachel Southerland for their love and dedication to each other, congratulate them upon the joyous occasion of their wedding anniversary, and extend to them best wishes for continued health and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mr. and Mrs. James Raymond Southerland.