A Child’s Thoughts – Poem
Sleeping in my bed Covered with my fright Time is getting precious Buildings endlessly losing height The warmth of mommy’s hand Held between my tips She whispers in my ear With her soft, caring lips Look at me my darling Everything's alright You’re strong my little princess You will last this fight You will grow into a
The Global Expansion of Palestinian Cuisine
Is there anywhere in the world where food is simply a source of fuel, nothing more than nourishment and a means of survival? Even for those living closest to the breadline, food is an integral part of social cohesion; bringing families and communities together and preserving
Security Barrier or Apartheid Wall?
Photo: by Tala Zeitawi For 14 years Israel has been building its ‘separation fence’. Some call it the ‘security barrier’, others know it as the ‘apartheid wall’. Semantics aside, it’s one of the most iconic images from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and a damning reminder of the lack
Traditional Palestinian Children’s Games
Children in Palestine are just like children anywhere in the world; they love to play games. Some of them are universal classics with a Palestinian twist, others are entirely homegrown creations. Balloons, songs, balls and chairs all feature in this raucous array of kids games