Reunion and Bittersweet Memories

The much-anticipated reunion between Hijazi and her family brought joy but was tinged with sorrow, as they grappled with the memory of Azuz, who was the same age as Miriam when he was killed. Hijazi expressed her pain in feeling like she had lost a connection with her daughter, as Miriam had spent months getting to know her grandmother instead. Adjusting back into motherhood while enduring physical and emotional pain remains a significant challenge for Hijazi, who finds solace in small familiar activities like cooking. Despite their current safety in Doha, the longing for their previous life in Gaza is palpable, as the family dreams of returning, reflecting the profound impact of their past traumas.