[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 161 (Friday, October 11, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1274]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              REJOICING THE BIRTH OF AFTON MARGARET JONES

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                          HON. JOE CUNNINGHAM

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 11, 2019

  Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to rejoice the birth of 
Afton Margaret, daughter to Lauren and Tyler Jones. Born on Wednesday, 
October 9th at seven pounds and 15 ounces, she is the greatest God 
given gift anyone would be lucky to receive. There is no stronger love 
than that of a parent for their child, and I couldn't think of two more 
perfect people to raise a kind, brave, and intelligent person in this 
world than these two.
  Tyler and Lauren have been with me from day one. Tyler has been an 
amazing colleague, confidante, and most importantly, a remarkable 
friend. We have seen ups, and we surely saw downs, but I have found a 
loyalty and friendship in Tyler that I know he and Lauren will instill 
in their very own daughter's values, And Lauren has proved to have the 
same grace and strength I found in my wife, as her husband and I 
learned how to win over the Lowcountry we all four deeply love.
  If y'all thought my campaign was tough, welcome to parenting. I 
cannot wait to see the beautiful journey that unfolds. Amanda, Boone, 
Teddy and I are here for anything that you two, Afton, and Leia will 
ever need.
  We love y'all, good luck and congratulations.

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