It seems quite impossible to capture Jamaica J-Term 2016 into a short blog post, simply because we did so much! Our ten days were filled with meaningful work and conversation, cultural experiences, time together, laughs and memories we will (hopefully) never forget. We had quite a few really amazing, special experiences both working with Falmouth Heritage Renewal and doing more “touristy” things.
For me, the most amazing part was that we were in a different country, doing work that will legitimately make a positive impact on someone else’s life. We were helping restore a house, documenting a house with AutoCAD to be restored later this year and making a documentary to help people back at home understand the people of Falmouth better. Our work felt so real and important because it was.
Also, I think our eyes were all opened during this trip. We were able to experience Falmouth, Jamaica, as more than just another stop on our cruise. We were able to (more or less) see what everyday life might look like for some people, talk with them, learn about the history of their town and their culture--all while gaining skills we can use in the future. All in all, what more could you ask for out of a J-Term?
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