" Free Palestine On the Full Moon"

Pamelia Riviere

Under the gentle glow of last night's full moon,

 I found myself immersed in a profound moment of reflection and emotion,

 With a heavy heart, 

I whispered a secret prayer, rich with hope and longing for a brighter future!

I yearned for the gift of freedom to be realized for my children, my people, and the my children of Palestine, 

As I spoke to the Full Moon,

 I felt the universe wrapping me in a warm embrace, and in my heart,

 I heard comforting words from Cosmos: "Smile, my dear, your wish has been fulfilled." 

Yet, a lingering fear crept in, 

As I remain uncertain about the true freedom of my Palestinian children, 

I have spent countless sleepless nights,

And shed tears over the daily suffering and heartbreaking losses they endure!

For the past 15 months, I have waited with bated breath, 

Longing to hear a call for a ceasefire from the US, 

Hoping for a glimmer of peace, 

My heart has ached time and again at the display of arrogance of Israel!

That has compounded my children's struggles, 

Through my pen, 

I have poured out my feelings in poems and articles, tirelessly,

Advocating for justice and fairness for Palestine!

I have chosen to speak boldly,

 Free from the fear of being labeled antisemitic, 

Because I am driven by the unwavering belief in their right to resist,

And seek freedom! 

Despite my worries, I have clung to a thread of optimism, 

My wish, in some measure, has come true, 

At least now, my Palestinian children can find moments of rest,

No more horror of fires and 2500 tons of bombs on my children's heads!

They can sleep on their mothers' laps amidst the rubble beneath an open sky, 

Away from the terrifying sound of airstrikes, bombings,

 And the constant threat of violence of snipers on the hearts and chests of my children, 

They deserve access to food, warmth, and comfort!

My heart swells with joy for those small victories, 

Yet the worry for their freedom remains deep within me,

 I struggle to trust that Israel and the powers,

 That be will genuinely commit to the notion of a two-state solution!

Still, I am worried but optimistic,

 Iris Haynei will bloom, the Olive garden will grow, and Palestine Sunbirds will sing in Gaza's sky again,

Above all, I long to see my children free—

May they embody the truth of a free Palestine!