Mmastodon WarMiddle East first seen 5 h ago, last 5 h ago, peak #3

Woman shares photos contrasting her life before and during war

Original: Here are two photographs… And two stories that could not be more different from one another, even though the woman in bo

A woman has published two photographs of herself alongside stories that could not be more different. The first was taken before the war, during a quiet break she used to steal from the noise of work. The second reflects her life since, and the contrast between the two images and accounts is drawing emotional responses online, with readers moved by how completely conflict has upended an ordinary life.

Why now: The stark contrast between a pre-war and wartime self-portrait resonates with people following the conflict and its human cost.

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• Here are two photographs… And two stories that could not be more different from one another, even though the woman in both of them is me. The first photograph was taken before the war. I used to love those few minutes I stole from the noise of work during the prayer break.… · nada@manganiello.eu · 10

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