H.R. No. 425
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The 100th birthday of an esteemed Texan is truly
  cause for celebration, and Jackie Lawless of Grand Saline observed
  this noteworthy milestone in her life on January 20, 2007; and
         WHEREAS, The matriarch of a large and loving family, Mrs.
  Lawless is the mother of three sons, Jerry and Wes Lawless and James
  Sprague; she has been further blessed with nine grandchildren, ten
  great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, Mrs. Lawless counts among her talents and interests
  oil painting, quilting, and bingo; she is known for her wonderful
  sense of humor, as well as her characteristic positive attitude
  that continues to inspire her wide circle of family, friends, and
  admirers; and
         WHEREAS, Jackie Lawless has been a source of joy and
  happiness to all who have been privileged to know her, and it is a
  pleasure to honor her on 100 years of life well lived; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Jackie Lawless on the joyous
  occasion of her 100th birthday and extend to her best wishes for
  continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mrs. Lawless as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives.
 
  Flynn
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 425 was adopted by the House on March
  1, 2007, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House