Widow Writes Song of Longing for Ordinary Life After Husband's Death

Talia Vitzan, widow of Sergeant Major Amichai Vitzan, who was killed on October 7th, has co-written a new song titled "Tzarot Ktanot" (Small Troubles). The song, a collaboration with Itay Dekel Chen, founder of the "Milestones" music project, expresses a deep yearning for the mundane aspects of life before the Hamas attack. It specifically recalls everyday chores, minor arguments, vacation plans, and parental worries that once seemed significant but are now deeply missed.

Sergeant Major Vitzan, 33, was killed defending Kibbutz Kerem Shalom on October 7th. He was at home with his family when the attack began and immediately joined the local security team to defend the kibbutz. He was fatally shot around 11 a.m. after hours of fighting. He is survived by his wife, Talia, and their five children.

"Tzarot Ktanot" is part of the debut album "October 8th" by "Milestones," formerly known as "Tamari's Project." The album features seven songs born from the pain and longing experienced in the aftermath of the attack, alongside efforts to resume normal life. The album includes contributions from various artists such as Shai Tsabari, Riki Gal, Esther Rada, and Meirav Leshem Gonen. The song itself is performed by singers Hillel Mashali and Adi Ifargan, with music and production by Dekel Chen, who is also the brother of a hostage survivor, Sagui Dekel-Chen.