I see you, the mother donning the hijab, skillfully balancing your day around five moments of prayer. I see you living a life filled with peace while adhering to the principles of your faith. I see you nurturing your family, putting in endless effort, and striving to be the best parent you can be.
I remember the concern you felt when it was time to send your child back to school after September 11, 2001. We visited your home to reassure you that your child was a valued member of our community and would be safe in our care.
Now, I see you fleeing a nightmare beyond my comprehension, desperately searching for a way to safeguard your children and escape the horrors surrounding you. You are leaving behind everything familiar, the home you’ve always known. The conditions you face during your escape are dire, yet you recognize they are preferable to the suffering you’ve endured.
I see you as a mother, just like me, who would sacrifice anything for your children. I see you seeking a safe haven, fully aware of the daunting bureaucratic challenges that lie ahead. You understand the backlash and hostility from many who want to close borders out of fear, fearing that among you could be those who wish to cause harm to innocent lives. But you are one of the innocent, and I see you.
Do you see me? Do you notice my light skin, the Bible on my table, the lifestyle I lead in the West? I share a resemblance with those who have committed atrocities in the name of religion. I could easily blend into their crowds, yet I am not one of them. Their beliefs contradict everything I hold dear, and I actively oppose such actions. Do you see me?
You may hail from the same regions as those who perpetrate terror and destruction, you may wear similar garments, you may observe the same practices, but you are not them. I know this. You are fleeing from them. My heart, as a mother, aches for yours.
Recognize that you are not alone; there are people like me who care for and support you. I see you.
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In summary, I see you, the mother in the hijab, navigating your unique challenges with strength and resilience. You are not alone, and your journey is acknowledged.