In her poem, Fatema A. Jalil displays a storyline that is weaved into the reality of our societies. She employs imagery and plays around with the formation of “shame” to serve the purpose of her message.
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Lara AlThukair sends letters to the moon that go unanswered. In her multilingual poem, she encapsulates her feelings of agony and desperation. Where is the Moon? Who is it? Why isn't she responding?
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Heartbreaking, careful, and a loving ode to our mothers, Rasha AlKhateeb's poem captures the seeming universality of motherhood.
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“And God, God— / I am the worst liar. I do not want transcendence, / Only the small importance of long lessons.”
Read More"Who am I if not peeling my skin, dying in the streets, giving birth to shells / and broken homes who still quietly live with each other."
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"Happy Birthday - Sana Helwa" reflects on family, mortality, and loss. It is a gentle call of prayer for joy and wellness to those we will leave behind as time continues to drift forward.
Read More“my foggy brain reminds me: / everything is transient; i am forever”
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