Threads of Heritage

Embroidered in vibrant reds and greens,
traditional dresses tell stories of the land,
each stitch a defiant thread of identity.

Dabke dancers pound the earth with purpose,
feet moving in unison, echoing heartbeats,
a rhythmic celebration of life and unity.

The oud sings ancient melodies of longing,
its strings vibrating with echoes of the past,
music weaving resilience into the air.

Falafel sizzles in bubbling oil,
aromas wrapping around bustling streets,
a taste of tradition in every golden bite.

Olive oil drizzles over warm taboon bread,
each meal a testament to roots unbroken,
sustaining the spirit through shared sustenance.

Poetic verses flow from generation to generation,
words painting pictures of olive groves and sunsets,
language preserving the soul of a people.

In every cultural expression lies resistance,
a tapestry of identity in the face of adversity,
celebrating the indomitable spirit of Palestine.

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Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)
Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

Written by Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

I learn, create, and overcome. I write, paint, blog, and practice grey witchcraft. I served in the Navy and have schizophrenia and PTSD.

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