Completing her schooling in Egypt, Um Muhammad then worked in Saudi Arabia and raised her five children – three boys and two girls.Despite returning to Gaza during a siege, Um Muhammad still considers it her home despite the hardships. She believes the current situation in Gaza is even worse than the Nakba of 1948. Her sons now live in cramped refugee camps, enduring a constant struggle for basic resources. Conversations with her daughter paint a grim picture of their daily lives – long waits for basic necessities like toilets, reliance on flashlights due to power outages, and dire living conditions.Yet, despite these challenges, Um Muhammad maintains a remarkable resilience and optimism. She finds solace in her faith, attributing these difficulties to God’s will. Notably, she traveled to Ramallah for medical treatment before the recent aggression, highlighting her proactive spirit. Now, her only wish is for the safety of her sons and to be spared the news of their harm.Um Muhammad’s story embodies the broader Palestinian experience of displacement and unwavering resilience. Her journey reflects the challenges faced by many Palestinians, while her unwavering hope and strength in the face of adversity showcase the indomitable spirit of the Palestinian people.