Palestinians who returned to destroyed homes in Gaza City have started to prepare for Ramazan, shopping for essential household goods and foods, Al Jazeera reports.

Some say the Muslim holy month feels better than one spent last year, but still far from normal.

“The situation is very difficult for people, and life is very hard. Most people, their homes have been destroyed,” said Gaza City resident Nasser Shoueikh. “Some people can’t afford to shop for Ramazan, but our faith in God is great as he never forgets to bless people.”