Since 2007, Israel has subjected Gaza to a medieval blockade and a series of major attacks.
During that time, going to the seaside has provided Gaza’s residents with their only real outlet for psychological relief.
My home in Gaza City was around 400 meters from the shore.
I used to sit for long hours, looking at the sea.
In the summer, every Friday was a day for family entertainment at the beach. I would go there with my husband and five children.
My husband would rent a small holiday home. The children would swim and my husband and I would grill meat. ….more
