Debbie Chitiz, an Israeli mother grieving the loss of her son to war, embarked on a powerful journey by swimming 28.5 miles around Manhattan in the renowned 20 Bridges marathon swim. Wearing a cap that read 'You will never swim alone', she was accompanied by a support boat displaying her son's image, turning the event into a moving tribute. For Debbie, the swim was not only a test of endurance but also a way to honor her son's memory and cope with her profound loss. Her story resonated with many, highlighting the intersection of personal grief and public acts of remembrance.