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Sonia Castillo
Coming from a richly cultured background, it was inevitable that Sonia "Sony" Castillo, daughter of John and Gloria Castillo, and sister of J.J. and Claudia Castillo, was bound for a vibrant and challenging life. Not that I have anything say about my predestined life, but I was given a glorious gift that I am truly grateful for. I have found, this gift can not be taught. I can not jump high, express my emotions by using fascinating vocal stylings, or be considered for the Nobel Peace Prize( at least not yet). My gift is passion.
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I use my talent by volunteering at the YMCA. I coach girls basketball , where ages range from ten to eighteen. I am an alumni of a service-based organization at Texas Tech University called Miller Girls. We raise money for various charities and performed community service within the Lubbock Community. Today I volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, Susan B. Coleman Foundation and Books for Kids. I also use my zeal for life pushing myself to the limit, by running and playing basketball every opportunity.
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Passion for what? Place any endeavor in from of me and I will attack it with steaming strong fervor. I need no motivation, I supply enough for myself and all those around me. I like to think that my smile and laugh will touch everyone. I am an optimist and give all individuals the benefit of doubt. | | |
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You are probably thinking, "When did I realize my talent?" As a young Latina growing up in Midland, a mid-size town in southern Texas there were two options for life. I could either be a young Mexican woman with no high school degree and a family, by the age of sixteen, or I could release my curiosity and life's frustrations out on the court. | |
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I chose to sharpen and execute my athletic skills in the game of basketball. A difficult journey at first, I accomplished a life-long dream. I used my determination and willingness to succeed help guide me through college. I like many other athletes, consider life a game. There are winners and their are losers. Losing, however, is inevitable and unavoidable. It is the Law of Averages, we all lose at some point in our life. Even today I use my thirst pushing myself to the limit, by running playing basketball every opportunity. Winners take their losing experiences and use it to better themselves. Losing becomes a tool that pushes an individual to succeed.
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The Lady Dawg Basketball coach told me I wasn't not fast enough, tall enough, to had the coordination to play. Little did he know that he was providing the fiery fuel of my driven fury. I WAS GOING TO SUCCEED! I wasn't done yet. I continued to pursue my basketball career by diligently applying and trying out for a college team. Circumstances lead me to Midland College. I received a warm welcome and attained my associate's degree in Science of General Studies.
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I graduated from Texas Tech University in 2005 with a Bachelors of Arts in English. I then attended graduate school then moved to Leander. I love the art of language in all forms and hope to teach others my lessons in life. It is my thirst for life that has led me this far and through situations that mold me into Sonia. I hope to learn and put my passion into others by teaching English.
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