In a poignant letter to his newborn son, the author expresses his deep sorrow over being unable to witness the birth due to his detention. He reflects on the injustices faced by Palestinian families who are often torn apart by political systems and war. The narrative highlights his anguish and frustration regarding a system that prioritizes policies over human experiences, emphasizing the shared suffering among many fathers in similar situations. The letter serves as a powerful commentary on the impact of occupation and the loss of family moments that should be cherished.
I feel suffocated by my rage and the cruelty of a system that deprived your mother and me of sharing this experience. Why do faceless politicians have the power to strip human beings of their divine moments?
I am sorry that I was not there to hold your mother's hand or to recite the adhan, or call to prayer, in your ear.
Like other Palestinian fathers, I was separated from you by racist regimes and distant prisons.
The grief your mother and I feel is but one drop in a sea of sorrow that Palestinian families have drowned in for generations.
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