By: Martin H.R. No. 689 73R10330 BNL-D 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.