Maha's Story

My co-worker and friend, Maha, is a Palestinian woman who grew up in Jerusalem.  Much like the children of Northern Ireland, Maha grew up with ongoing political and religious conflict.  As a middle aged woman she can still recount the violence of her childhood; however, Maha believes these episodes of violence are only one part of her childhood.  She also speaks lovingly of her family, friends and community.  Maha credits her childhood with influencing her decision to become a teacher.