Reflective Essay On Puerto Rico

Register to read the introduction… And so began my love affair with Spanish. Meeting and falling for a boy from Puerto Rico just enhanced this devotion to another culture and another language. Fast forward our story a little further and the two are vacationing in Puerto Rico. This is where the part of globalization really begins to form. The language was developed and so the country introduced new ideas about politics and religion, as well as how to lead a healthy lifestyle. Of course this burning desire to travel across the world was a financial effect of its own. Being around the different people gave new perspective. New political thought was introduced. I realized that my father wasn't always right and that there are other factors around the world that need to be considered. There are people that are effected besides myself. Looking into the government itself and then comparing it to how the people live was eye opening. I realized the good qualities America possess and was then aware of the flaws we need to conquer. Religiously I was impacted in an emotional way. The entire country of Puerto Rico stood behind …show more content…
The lifestyle was completely different. The food was incredible, and like Jesus, was something everyone connected over. The food was sensational. It brought tears to my eyes its tastes were out of this world. While everyone could eat for hours, they continued to be active. These activities ranged from walking down the road to the store instead of driving, to just walking round the town for a day instead of driving to the movies. Everything was orientated around being outdoors. So by the time a meal rolled around, it was acceptable to eat. This idea of being outdoors and constantly involved in something was inspiring and has effected