84R29062 BK-D
By: Sheets H.R. No. 2926
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Ten-year-old Mackenzie Marquis has faced the many
challenges of living with cystic fibrosis with courage and
determination, and she is truly an inspiration to her family and
countless supporters; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Carrie and Jay Marquis and the older
sister of Abby, Mackenzie was diagnosed at birth with cystic
fibrosis, a genetic condition that requires extensive long-term
therapy; she has undergone an arduous course of treatment that has
included numerous hospital visits and medications, while also
coping with the daily regimen of home care needed to keep her
symptoms at bay; and
WHEREAS, Mackenzie benefits tremendously from the love and
encouragement of her family, who have taken an active role in
helping her manage her condition; throughout her life, they have
rallied together with other area residents as participants in Great
Strides, a charity walk administered by the Cystic Fibrosis
Foundation; Mackenzie's walking team, calling themselves
"Mackenzie's Mad Dogs," has raised some $500,000 for cystic
fibrosis research to date; and
WHEREAS, This energetic young girl is passionate about sports
and attends soccer practice three times each week, in addition to
enjoying softball, basketball, and volleyball; she is also fond of
animals and hopes to one day contribute to their care as a
veterinarian; and
WHEREAS, Described by her mother as "tough as nails,"
Mackenzie Marquis has shown remarkable strength of spirit during
her journey with cystic fibrosis, and this quality will surely
serve her well as she continues to pursue her dreams; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Mackenzie Marquis for the grace and
heart she brings to each and every day and extend to her and her
loved ones sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Marquis family as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.