Living with the Amish

Jordan

Character Profiles

Jordan

Thursday 24 November 2011

Jordan, 18, is a student who lives near Brighton

Jordan, 18, is a student who lives near Brighton

What are your hobbies?

Writing, playing guitar

Describe yourself in three words

Tall, brunette, ?

How would your friends describe you?

You'd have to ask them.

Why did you decide to take part in the series?

Because I saw Series 1 and was intrigued by the Amish way of life.

What did you know about the Amish culture before you agreed to take part?

Not a lot, only what I saw from the first series.

What did you most enjoy about the experience?

Building the barn.

What did you least enjoy?

The early mornings.

Were you surprised with the Amish people you met?

I was surprised how welcoming they were.

Would you join the Amish community full time?

I couldn't join full-time, no.

If you could sum up what you learnt about the Amish way of life, what would it be?

For a closed door community, they're very welcoming.

What did you miss most when you were living the simple life?

The news

What did you miss least?

Technology

Have you made any changes to your own life after meeting the Amish?

I appreciate my family more.

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