A Letter to Santa
An illustrated “Dear Santa” letter written in a childlike style, expressing wishes shaped by war and loss instead of holiday gifts. The image uses gentle colors and simple design to contrast the gravity of the message.
digital artwork created with Procreate for iPad, 2025

A Letter to Santa from A Palestinian Child

Please watch the video below.

Content note: child testimony, grief, and war

Video from photographer and journalist Rami Abu Saada

video translation courtesy of EYES ON PALESTINE

If you are to share just one video this holiday season, please let it be this one. For some, this may be a big ask. If this resonates with you, but you remain hesitant to share, please consider why.

If it is because you need rest from the news cycle, I beg you: please watch the video. That little girl with the smile on her face telling the cameraman what she wishes for does not have the basic privilege of rest from it. You do.

Peace on Earth, and Happiest of Holidays to All.

Love,

Allison

(the Illustrator)

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