SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1059 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dahlia Zárate-Muñiz for her achievements as an author; and WHEREAS, Dahlia Zárate-Muñiz is the coauthor, along with Maria Arias-Lucio, of The Art of Decoration A Sacred Tribute to God, a book dedicated to enlightening readers about the hope and blessings available to them and about the impact of beautification in both the earthly realm and the spiritual realm; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Zárate-Muñiz is director of the Ornamentation Department at her church, and in her book she offers a wealth of insights into the purpose and meaning of decoration and its communicative and spiritual value; and WHEREAS, Throughout her life, Dahlia Zárate-Muñiz has dedicated herself to helping others, from serving as an advocate for the homeless, to excelling in her jobs as workforce coordinator and adult education teacher, to writing this inspirational book; she is truly deserving of recognition for her many accomplishments; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby congratulate Dahlia Zárate-Muñiz on her accomplishments as an author, commend her on her commitment to helping others seek a spiritual path, and extend to her best wishes for continued success in all her future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 21, 2011. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate