In "Kalamazoo, Michigan," the narrator is visiting the city as part of a job assignment or assignment-related work. During this time, the narrator encounters Celestino Fabia, who is a local person with a connection to the narrator's background or heritage.Celestino Fabia takes a liking to the narrator primarily because he recognizes a shared cultural connection or an appreciation for their Filipino heritage. This connection fosters a bond between them, making Celestino feel a sense of kinship and a desire to help or support the narrator during their stay in Kalamazoo. Their relationship highlights themes of identity, belonging, and community in the context of the Filipino-American experience.