Final Part 2
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- It was a beautiful day outside, a perfect day to go on the swings at school! But when I showed up to home room, Aisha was not there. I don’t understand why she can’t be friends with me. Just because we are different doesn’t mean we can’t get along right? I believe people's differences make them beautiful. I’m going to get my best friend back.
- As soon as I was about to dial Aisha’s phone, I saw more news about the conflict. The Israeli created a closure system. This means that the people of Palestine won’t have access to education, health care, jobs, or religious networks. They also threatened to imprison the people of Palestine as “political prisoners” and they would even imprison women. Lastly, they built barriers which restricted the Palestinians from their fresh water supply, and lack of waste disposal. More than 700 families would be affected. I don’t understand. Why must we be so harsh? Why must we make it so hard to get along?
- I was feeling super stressed out, and honestly I wasn’t sure what to do. So I went to the person who knows best, my mom. “Bevakasha (please) help me mom. Aisha doesn’t think we should be friends because of the war. She thinks that I agree with what our people are doing to her people!” I exclaimed. “I know it’s hard honey but if you really want to show her that you care, and that you have educated yourself, then you need to show her that you have Lo (no) interest in the war, and that you like her for how she is”
- Aisha didn’t show up to school today either, but I had a plan. I was going to call her today to resolve our problems. I couldn’t wait until that dismissal bell rang. I need my best friend back. As soon as I got home, I ran towards my room and dialed Aisha’s phone. “Hello? Amira?”“Hi Aisha. Do you have a minute to talk?”“Sure give me a sec...What’s up?”“Okay so I know we’re supposed to be on a break, but I really can’t take it anymore. I know I hurt your feelings with that comment, and I am so sorry. I wasn’t educated and what is happening with your people is not fair and it is not something I support at all.”“You’re right Amira. Your comment did hurt, but I realize that it wasn’t your intention to hurt me. Despite our differences, we are great friends. I love your culture and you love mine. arjun almaädhira (I am sorry).”“Are you willing to come to school now? Despite the soldiers? I can meet you where they are so you won't be alone”“Perfect idea! I’ll see you tomorrow bestie!” “Love you! See you tomorrow!”
- So the next morning, I walked a different route than usual and met Aisha where the Soldier questioned others. I waited patiently and finally met up with my friend. In the end, Aisha and I learned a very important lesson, that despite our different religions, languages, and cultures, we can all be kind to each other, because we are all unique in our own ways!
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