[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13442]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF BILL AND HELEN LOTT ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR 
                        60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 29, 2000

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize a very special couple 
from the state of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, June 30, 2000, in the 
presence of many of their family members, neighbors, and friends, Bill 
and Helen will celebrate a milestone day in their lives--the 
celebration of their sixtieth wedding anniversary.
  Mr. Speaker, the celebration of the sanctity of marriage is one of 
our most cherished and time-honored traditions. Throughout the ages, 
husbands and wives have reaffirmed their trust, faith, and most 
importantly, love for each other on their wedding anniversaries. On 
this most treasured day, we, as their friends, neighbors, coworkers, 
and family members, have the opportunity to recognize them for their 
commitment, their sharing, and their love for each other.
  The day on which two people are united in marriage is much more than 
simply a ceremony, with wedding vows and the exchanging of rings. It is 
the true union of two individuals who then become one, inseparable 
entity. It is the common bond and an unwavering dedication to each 
other that enabled their marriage to grow and flourish.
  Mr. Speaker, for the past 60 years, Bill and Helen have shown how 
love, compassion, and conviction are the cornerstones of their long and 
lasting marriage. Their strong commitment to each other is an example 
for each of us to follow.
  Mr. Speaker, at this time, I would ask my colleagues in the 106th 
Congress to stand and join me in paying very special tribute to Bill 
and Helen Lott on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary. May 
the love and happiness they have found stay with them far into the 
future. Again, best wishes and congratulations on sixty wonderful years 
together.

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