Aesha’s progress: Afghan woman’s nose nearly complete


In May, CNN published an exclusive story documenting Aesha's complicated journey.

Frederick, Maryland (CNN) — In front of a mirror, Aesha Mohammadzai sees what is possible.There, in the center of her face, is a nearly complete piece of herself — a piece she’s been missing since the day she was mutilated nearly four years ago.Since August 2010, when her image appeared on the cover of Time magazine, she’s been known for what she didn’t have. Her Taliban husband and in-laws hacked off her nose and ears as punishment for running away.Her disfigured face became a symbol for oppressed women in Afghanistan, a reminder of what might come in spades if the Taliban regains control.

Today, she is only minor surgeries away from having the new nose she’s longed for. The grueling procedures — involving a painful skin expander in her forehead, as well as skin, bone and cartilage grafts — are behind her. Come this summer, for the first time in years, she will appear whole.

But rebuilding a nose and rebuilding a life are two very different propositions. The first involves her being at the mercy of others; the second demands that Aesha, 22, do the work.

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  1. What a tragedy people bring upon each other!…….May God send someone to Aesha’s aid to come to Christ.He is faithful and I’ve seen his miracles of healing the body as well as the human spirit.Man may think he is all powerful,but God has the final say!!When tyrants such as these think God does’nt see their evil deeds their in for a surprise when his judgement(justice) moves in the earth,and these are the days of his recompense.God Bless all who visit this site.
    Julia

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