This conversation with my father not only brought back memories of my grandfather, Hasan, but also highlighted the importance of family stories in preserving our roots.
As I sit thousands of miles away in Syracuse, I can feel the disconnect between my father's current struggles in Gaza and my longing to connect deeply with my family's past.
My grandfather's life remains a mystery, a portrait painted only by fragments of shared memories, reflections, and the absence that echoes throughout our family history.
What I learned from my father during our discussions was not just about Hasan’s life, but also the impact of war and displacement on our family narratives.
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