Mr. Speaker. I rise today to honor a constituent of mine. Gilbert Arenas Castillo on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Like many immigrantAmericans. Mr. Castillo came to this country as a young adult seeking to fulfill his dream of a better life in a new land. His story is the classic immigrant tale of leaving the comforts of family and home behind in the adventurous and challenging pursuit of the American Dream. In attaining his version of the American Dream. Mr. Castillo purchased a home and together with his devoted wife Delia Gutierrez Castillo raised a family of 6 children. 12 grandchildren. and 5 great grandchildren. became a United States citizen. exercised his civic duties including voting regularly. became a land lord. retired following a successful career. became a certified television technician. and recently earned his high school diplomaat the age of 79!
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