Thank you for this article, it gives strength when all we feel is weakness. Power lies first and foremost within ourselves. It's an article to be read over and over again, so as not to forget basic principles that can be applied on a daily basis. I have fun imagining a world where every person who believes they have no power, realizes the strength of their power on their own scale, and how together we would have the power to reverse this evil that reigns and consumes us.
I read something good about this by Caitlin Johnstone: "It doesn’t have to be this way. We’re fed mountains of stories by the rich and powerful explaining why things must remain as they are — but they are only stories." -- THIS.
It’s a rare and bittersweet feeling to feel seen. On one hand, I carry the guilt of living freely outside of Palestine—a life filled with rights and comforts that sometimes feel like borrowed luxuries. On the other hand, I am that person with no real place to call home, forever anchored to a land I can’t fully return to.
I always thought this duality—this mix of gratitude and heartache—was something only Palestinians in the diaspora could truly grasp. But reading this is like finding a part of myself in someone else’s words. It’s a reminder that empathy and humanity have a way of turning personal stories into shared connections.
I can relate to this so much Miranda. As kids, we used to make fun of our Italian, 1st generation American grandmother when she’d stop mid-bite and lament how “I can’t enjoy this food when (her sister) Mariet is sick”. I get it now, 100%. I’m also surrounded by people who know zero about what’s going on in Gaza and prefer it that way. But self- care is also required for anyone deeply
committed to speaking out and exposing the genocide- so good for you for doing so with your family. The seaside looks beautiful. Thanks, as always, for providing a healthy dose of perspective.
West's b*tch, pretty much. The president is cool, but the PM is horrendous and has more power than the president. Kissing Ursula von der Leyen's ass, day in day out. Dalmatia, where I'm from, the coast -- used to be under the Roman Empire. The upstate used to be a part of the Austrian-Hungary Empire. Countries that used to be a part of AH; Croatia, Hungary, Poland, Czech, etc have been dancing to the US/West tune on every single policy.
It sits at such an interesting junction- straddling East and West it seems. A little democratic and a little authoritarian then? Or mostly one or the other? I’ve never been but it looks beautiful.
My mom picked me up at the airport with her personal cab driver who, on the ride home gave me all the spiel: he listens to Judge Napolitano, Colonel McGregor, George Galloway, John Mearsheimer, Jeffrey Sachs, Max Bloomenthal -- a right away sign I'll be alright there for a few weeks 😂
I was dreading going at first, thinking I cannot deal with any opinions about we know who having the right to defend themselves, but first thing off the plane, and he gives me the whole plethora of people I listen to daily; didn't know people outside of the US and UK even know who those people are! Such a pleasant surprise
Thank you for this article, it gives strength when all we feel is weakness. Power lies first and foremost within ourselves. It's an article to be read over and over again, so as not to forget basic principles that can be applied on a daily basis. I have fun imagining a world where every person who believes they have no power, realizes the strength of their power on their own scale, and how together we would have the power to reverse this evil that reigns and consumes us.
I read something good about this by Caitlin Johnstone: "It doesn’t have to be this way. We’re fed mountains of stories by the rich and powerful explaining why things must remain as they are — but they are only stories." -- THIS.
Damn... made me cry. This is the most emotional, most intimate piece you wrote. Island girl loves you very much ❤️.
Island girl, thankful for having you by my side in this battle 🖤
It’s a rare and bittersweet feeling to feel seen. On one hand, I carry the guilt of living freely outside of Palestine—a life filled with rights and comforts that sometimes feel like borrowed luxuries. On the other hand, I am that person with no real place to call home, forever anchored to a land I can’t fully return to.
I always thought this duality—this mix of gratitude and heartache—was something only Palestinians in the diaspora could truly grasp. But reading this is like finding a part of myself in someone else’s words. It’s a reminder that empathy and humanity have a way of turning personal stories into shared connections.
You will go there, and I'll meet you there, as we said; Haifa, having knafeh! 🥮
I can relate to this so much Miranda. As kids, we used to make fun of our Italian, 1st generation American grandmother when she’d stop mid-bite and lament how “I can’t enjoy this food when (her sister) Mariet is sick”. I get it now, 100%. I’m also surrounded by people who know zero about what’s going on in Gaza and prefer it that way. But self- care is also required for anyone deeply
committed to speaking out and exposing the genocide- so good for you for doing so with your family. The seaside looks beautiful. Thanks, as always, for providing a healthy dose of perspective.
I know nada about current Croatian politics- how would you sum it up ?
West's b*tch, pretty much. The president is cool, but the PM is horrendous and has more power than the president. Kissing Ursula von der Leyen's ass, day in day out. Dalmatia, where I'm from, the coast -- used to be under the Roman Empire. The upstate used to be a part of the Austrian-Hungary Empire. Countries that used to be a part of AH; Croatia, Hungary, Poland, Czech, etc have been dancing to the US/West tune on every single policy.
It sits at such an interesting junction- straddling East and West it seems. A little democratic and a little authoritarian then? Or mostly one or the other? I’ve never been but it looks beautiful.
My mom picked me up at the airport with her personal cab driver who, on the ride home gave me all the spiel: he listens to Judge Napolitano, Colonel McGregor, George Galloway, John Mearsheimer, Jeffrey Sachs, Max Bloomenthal -- a right away sign I'll be alright there for a few weeks 😂
Mearshimer! That’s a deep cut 😂👏🏼
I was dreading going at first, thinking I cannot deal with any opinions about we know who having the right to defend themselves, but first thing off the plane, and he gives me the whole plethora of people I listen to daily; didn't know people outside of the US and UK even know who those people are! Such a pleasant surprise
Damn that’s reassuring!
Totally!