Conor Finn
Blog Three
As Jamaicans infiltrate Kennebunk in the summer they bring along their happy spirits, delicious food, and their own cultural norms. Many of my friends in the summertime come from the beautiful island of Jamaica, and we spend hours together playing soccer on the beach, or watching some on the tele. These friends our only with me for three months out of the year and every August is a sad departure, as they head back to their homes and away from their summer homes. Being around these young men and women have shaped my easy going personality and my down to earth outlook of life.
Some Jamaican culture I have experienced in the summer is eating delicious Jamaican dishes with my friends ranging from salted codfish to barnrny. After these dishes we usually enjoy some fresh fruit and a nice cold red stripe beer. One thing I have learned from them is that they enjoy reggae, but more importantly they enjoy all music that “makes their soul at ease.” I have been blessed to have such great teachers about how to relax, sit back and enjoy what is in front of me.
The personal experiences I have had with Jamaicans have ultimately led to my utmost respect for these wonderful people and enjoyable culture. For as long as I live my heart will enjoy each person I meet and my soul will be at ease whenever music is playing. For this outlook I thank my summer friends that have come to Kennebunk Maine for better working opportunities, and the chance to expand their future.