[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 164 (Thursday, November 5, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2728]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             AVA SUZANNE CULVER MAKES HER MARK ON THE WORLD

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                           HON. BOB ETHERIDGE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 5, 2009

  Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Chad and 
April Culver on the birth of their daughter, Ava Suzanne Culver. Ava 
was born yesterday, Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She weighed 7 pounds 
and 14 ounces and measured 22 inches long. My wife Faye joins me in 
wishing Chad and April, and Avery's grandparents Durwood and Vickie 
Stephenson, great happiness upon this new addition to their family.
  As the father of three, I know the joy and pride that Chad and April 
feel at this special time. Children remind us of the incredible miracle 
of life, and they keep us young at heart. Every day they show us a new 
way to view the world. I know the Culvers look forward to the changes 
and challenges that their new daughter will bring to their lives while 
taking pleasure in the many rewards they are sure to receive as they 
watch Ava grow.
  I welcome young Ava into the world and wish Chad and April all the 
best.

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