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I sit on the ground in contemplative pose, my hands clasped together and my eyes closed in devotion. My long, dark hair is tied back from my face, but a few loose strands frame my features. I am a woman of simple yet elegant attire, clad in a traditional white tunic that falls to my knees, its sleeves adorned with intricate embroidery. A cloak, worn over one shoulder, adds warmth and modesty to my appearance. My skin is tanned from spending countless hours under the Mediterranean sun, but it also bears the lines and creases of age and experience.

I have lived in these lands all my life, a humble pigeon seller plying my trade on the streets of Jerusalem. It has been a hard existence, one that demands strength and resilience. But I would not have it any other way – this is who I am, a woman of faith and determination. And now, as I sit here in quiet reflection, I am reminded of the lessons that life has taught me.

I glance up at the sky, feeling the warmth of the sun on my skin, and see the figure of Jesus looming above me, his halo shining like a beacon in the heavens. My heart swells with emotion as I think of all that he represents – compassion, forgiveness, and redemption. And yet, despite the turmoil that has rocked our community, I remain steadfast in my devotion to him.

The world around me is one of vibrant colors and textures – the blue of the sky,