First Drop of Vienna Water Wudhu
Cards and Memories

After discussing about their moral considerations, the atmosphere in the medical tent began to heat up. Vienna, Dr. Layla, Youssef, and Noura feel the need to relieve the tension and relieve the stress that has accumulated over the past few days. Youssef, with a gentle smile on his face, said, "How about we play cards? It can be a good way to relieve stress."

Youssef's proposal was greeted quickly by the others. They feel they need a relaxing moment and light entertainment. Vienna took a deck of playing cards from the drawer of the medical tent and soon they began to arrange a simple folding table into a card game table.

Inside a simple medical tent, with a dimly lit battery light as a source of lighting, they sat around a table. The walls of the tents looked fragile and trembled as the wind blew outside, reminding them of the situation they were in. Despite being inside the tent, they still felt the presence of conflict surrounding them.

Vienna shuffled the card gently, and it creaked in its hands. "How do we play poker?" noura said with a smile.

They started playing, and with every hand they played, the atmosphere in the tent became increasingly light. They began to joke and laugh, as if the burden of the conflict was gone for a moment. Youssef makes fun of when he wins the pot, and Dr. Layla countered by winning the next few hands.

In their relaxed atmosphere, they began to talk about the memories they had together during their stint in Palestine. Vienna recalled the first time she met Omar, a Palestinian child who had become like her own sister. "Omar has always managed to make me smile, even in difficult circumstances" Vienna said warmly.

Noura added, "I remember when we all worked together at the medical clinic for the first time. It was an amazing experience. We all came together for the same purpose, and we've been through so much together."

Dr. Layla nodded, "We are a strong team, and that's what keeps us going. When we feel depressed, we can always count on each other."

As they talk and share memories, they also realize how important these little moments are in the midst of a stressful life. Not only are they friends, they are a family that has supported and protected each other in the midst of conflict.

As the card game continued, Vienna shuffled the cards again and smiled. "Maybe we can do something for the kids here later. They can also enjoy moments of happiness like this."

Everyone agreed, and they planned to organize a special event for the children in the local refugee camp in the next few days. They feel that giving hope and happiness to Palestinian children is an important part of their humanitarian mission.

While continuing to play cards, the atmosphere inside the medical tent was getting warmer. Low hanging battery lamp light, creating a small illusion of warmth and comfort. In an increasingly exciting game of poker, team members begin to share stories about their family and friends at home.

Youssef, with a smile on his face, began to tell about his seven-year-old son. "My son, Ahmad, he is very interested in medicine. Every time I go home, he likes to play doctor and try to check the state of our health. He put on his toy stethoscope and said he'd be a doctor like his father someday."

Everyone laughed at Youssef's story, and Dr. Layla asked, "And what about your wife, Youssef? How's he handling all this?"

Youssef nodded, "He is an extraordinary figure. He has always supported me in every humanitarian task I undertake. Of course, he also felt worried, but he knew how important our work here was."

Noura also shared, "My kids always write letters and draw pictures for me. They want me to go home safely. It always reminds me why we do this."

Dr. Layla smiled warmly, "I have an old friend who lives in Germany. We have been friends since college and he has always supported my decision to work here. He sends out letters and packages regularly. That's one way I stay connected to the world out here."

Vienna, who recently joined the team, felt that he wanted to share as well. "When I decided to volunteer in Palestine, my friends in Indonesia were shocked. They were worried and wondering why I wanted to go to such a dangerous place. But I explained to them that I felt called to help. They ended up supporting my decision and they sent me letters and supportive messages that always comforted me."

They were all silent for a moment, pondering about how their family and friends at home had become a source of support and inspiration. In those moments, they feel closer to each other, despite the distance that separates them from home.

Later, Youssef changes the mood with a funny story about a patient who pretends to choke just to be able to talk to Noura, who he thinks is a beautiful nurse. This story made all of them laugh out loud, and the atmosphere in the tent became even lighter.

After a few hours of playing cards and sharing stories, they felt more connected to each other. They feel that they are not only peers, but also true friends who have had an amazing experience together. Despite being in the midst of a stressful conflict, moments like this remind them of the importance of being together and supporting each other.