Characters of Cork: Writer James McKeon says he has always had a grá for language

The multi-talented Jim McKeon has a lifelong love of words, but writing has been only one of his many passions in life. Picture Dan Linehan

“I love where I am, I have lovely neighbours, it’s a lovely cul de sac. We all look after each other, I take some of the neighbours’ shopping and when I need help, they help me.”