Last night, I could sleep for only two hours.

Reem: "Last night, I could sleep for only two hours. The shelling was not close to where we are right now, but the sound was really loud. It is quieter during the day.

"I feel like I totally forgot everything about college and my studies, so I will have to study hard to catch up. I also want to check on my friends and family. As for the community, I want to be involved in rebuilding Gaza, helping needy people.

"You may never find us tomorrow, so pray for us."