H.R. No. 491
                                  R E S O L U T I O N
    1-1        WHEREAS, Sandi Rush has distinguished herself as a truly
    1-2  outstanding civil servant in her busy role as a secretary in the
    1-3  county judge's office at the Henderson County Courthouse in Athens
    1-4  and has earned the widespread respect and admiration of many area
    1-5  citizens with her kind words and helpful ways; and
    1-6        WHEREAS, In addition to completing a host of daily tasks at
    1-7  the courthouse with the utmost efficiency and skill, Mrs. Rush is a
    1-8  compassionate and caring individual who always finds time to listen
    1-9  to people and to offer assistance with their problems even if it
   1-10  means sacrificing her lunch hour or putting in extra time before or
   1-11  after work to do so; and
   1-12        WHEREAS, Renowned for her cheerful demeanor and can-do
   1-13  attitude, she rarely says no to a request for assistance if she can
   1-14  help in some way, large or small, and she possesses the rare
   1-15  ability to deflect the occasional harsh word with a smile,
   1-16  exercising patience and understanding under even the most difficult
   1-17  circumstances; and
   1-18        WHEREAS, Active in her community as well, she has tirelessly
   1-19  sought to improve the quality of life in Athens through her
   1-20  participation in many worthy projects and is widely regarded as an
   1-21  excellent neighbor who graciously lends support and goodwill to
   1-22  newcomers and longtime residents alike; at home, she also is a
   1-23  devoted wife and mother who provides a loving environment for her
   1-24  family; and
    2-1        WHEREAS, In all aspects of her life, Sandi Rush has enhanced
    2-2  the lives of a great many people through her compassion and
    2-3  willingness to listen; a truly remarkable woman, she is indeed
    2-4  deserving of praise and recognition for her selfless contributions
    2-5  to her community; now, therefore, be it
    2-6        RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 74th Texas
    2-7  Legislature hereby honor Sandi Rush for her valuable service to the
    2-8  people of Henderson County and extend to her sincere best wishes
    2-9  for continued happiness and success in the years to come; and, be
   2-10  it further
   2-11        RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
   2-12  prepared for Mrs. Rush as an expression of high regard by the Texas
   2-13  House of Representatives.