Aseel Mousa, a 26-year-old resident of Rafah, shares snapshots of her morning ritual, spent engaged in the traditional art of breadmaking over an open flame.

Describing her routine, she recounts waking up at 06:30, commencing her day with prayer, and seizing the opportunity provided by access to electricity and internet connectivity to tend to her work obligations.

Subsequently, Aseel assists her mother in the breadmaking process, a task now undertaken at home due to the scarcity of store-bought bread amid the ongoing conflict.

Gathering wood, igniting a fire, preparing dough, portioning it out, and allowing it to rise are all integral steps in the painstaking process of homemade bread production—a labor-intensive endeavor that consumes at least three hours of their time.

In the face of adversity, Aseel's narrative encapsulates the resilience and resourcefulness of individuals adapting to the challenges imposed by conflict, finding solace and sustenance in the simple rituals of daily life.