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And yet, amidst this pain, amidst the rubble and the tears, Palestinian mothers and daughters continue to gather. They rebuild homes, both physical and emotional. They cultivate gardens of hope in the barren landscape of occupation. They weave stories of resilience and resistance into the fabric of their children’s lives. They embody the spirit of #sumud, steadfastness, a quiet defiance that refuses to be extinguished.
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Their love, a fierce and unwavering force, becomes a shield against despair, a beacon of hope for a future where their children can finally breathe free. This is the enduring strength of Palestinian motherhood, a testament to the power of love to transcend even the deepest wounds, a promise that even in the face of unimaginable loss, life, like the olive tree, will find a way to flourish again.
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