H.R. No. 1515

	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, Gladys and George Picha of Waco
	celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 26, 2007; and
	WHEREAS, George Picha and the former Gladys Pustejovsky were
	united in matrimony at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
	in Abbott on that special day in 1957; they are the parents of five
	children, Janet, David, Dale, Julie, and the late Donald Picha, and
	they have shared in welcoming into their family seven
	grandchildren, Brad, Brian, Hillary, Joshua, Mary Katherine,
	Sarah, and Thomas; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Picha answered his nation's call to duty with
	service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and worked for the
	United States Postal Service for 37 years; now retired, he enjoys
	woodworking, fishing, and gardening; also an avid gardener, Mrs.
	Picha belongs to the Waco Herb Society; the couple are both members
	of St. Mary's Catholic Church and the Pro-Life Waco organization,
	and they also enjoy traveling; and
	WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past
	half-century, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant
	in their commitment to one another, and the strength of their love
	has enabled them to meet life's challenges with grace and optimism;
	now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
	Legislature hereby congratulate Gladys and George Picha on reaching
	this milestone in their lives together 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. Picha as an expression of high regard by
	the Texas House of Representatives.
	Anderson
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	Speaker of the House
	I certify that H.R. No. 1515 was adopted by the House on April
	30, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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	Chief Clerk of the House