H.R. No. 689
R E S O L U T I O N
1-1 WHEREAS, Michelle Hatmaker of Galveston was crowned
1-2 Mrs. Texas America 1993 on February 21, 1993, and this lovely lady
1-3 will have the great honor of representing the Lone Star State in
1-4 the Mrs. America Pageant in October; and
1-5 WHEREAS, Described by Pageantry Magazine as a role model for
1-6 all pageant participants, Mrs. Hatmaker not only has fulfilled a
1-7 long-held dream by winning the title of Mrs. Texas America, she has
1-8 since justified her selection by exemplifying the virtues extolled
1-9 in this event; unfazed by the glamour and excitement of her
1-10 newfound celebrity, she remains above all else a devoted wife and
1-11 mother; and
1-12 WHEREAS, A successful businesswoman and community leader,
1-13 this dynamic individual recently sold her business so she could
1-14 spend more time with her husband, Dr. Roy Hatmaker, and their two
1-15 sons, Daniel and Jonathan; and
1-16 WHEREAS, Yet despite the rigorous demands of motherhood,
1-17 Mrs. Hatmaker still finds time to assist her husband in his
1-18 chiropractic practice; using her paralegal training, she negotiates
1-19 a complex array of medical claim forms, workers' compensation
1-20 regulations, and statutory requirements to ensure that his practice
1-21 runs smoothly and efficiently; and
1-22 WHEREAS, Her expertise has earned her the respect of many in
1-23 the chiropractic field, and this professional regard was further
1-24 enhanced by her service as president of District 11 of the Texas
2-1 Chiropractic Association Auxiliary; a prominent civic leader,
2-2 Mrs. Hatmaker also dedicates much of her time and talent to several
2-3 other community organizations, including the Rotary Club, the
2-4 Junior League, the West Isle Little League, and United Way; and
2-5 WHEREAS, Her deep commitment to these and other nonprofit
2-6 organizations has continued during her reign as Mrs. Texas America,
2-7 for in this capacity she receives numerous requests for public
2-8 appearances at civic, cultural, and charitable events, and she
2-9 gives generously of her time and energy to promote these events and
2-10 other worthy causes; and
2-11 WHEREAS, Throughout her hectic schedule, this loving wife and
2-12 mother treasures the time she spends with her family; she and her
2-13 husband enjoy golf, fishing, and bowling, and Mrs. Hatmaker also is
2-14 accomplished in the unusual art of etching glass; and
2-15 WHEREAS, Exemplifying the noblest qualities and virtues of
2-16 Texas womanhood, this elegant and vivacious lady captivated judges
2-17 and audience members alike at the Mrs. Texas America Pageant in
2-18 Houston, winning the pageant's coveted Photogenic Award in the
2-19 process; and
2-20 WHEREAS, Blessed with a warm smile and a natural beauty,
2-21 Michelle Hatmaker brings great charm and poise to her role as
2-22 Texas' delegate to the Mrs. America Pageant, and her shining
2-23 performance in that event will undoubtedly bring further acclaim to
2-24 the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
2-25 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas
2-26 Legislature hereby honor Michelle Hatmaker, Mrs. Texas 1993, and
2-27 extend to her warmest best wishes for many more years of continued
3-1 success and happiness; and, be it further
3-2 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
3-3 prepared for Mrs. Hatmaker as an expression of high regard by the
3-4 Texas House of Representatives.
3-5 prepared for Mrs. Hatmaker as an expression of high regard by the
3-6 Texas House of Representatives.
3-7 Martin
3-8 H.R. No. 689
3-9 _______________________________
3-10 Speaker of the House
3-11 I certify that H.R. No. 689 was adopted by the House on May
3-12 14, 1993, by a non-record vote.
3-13 _______________________________
3-14 Chief Clerk of the House