In the autumn of 1991, I took off the military uniform that had been with me for many years and returned to my hometown with confusion and anxiety about the future. As a full-fledged officer, I spent my best years in the barracks, getting used to the discipline and life there. However, when I actually stepped out of the barracks and faced the society, I realized that I didn't seem to have much to earn a living except for my military skills.
I was born in a small town in the north, where winters are bitterly cold and summers are hot. The people of the town live a simple life and have been farming for generations. My father was a veteran, and he always said to me, "Son, be like a soldier, be responsible, responsible." This sentence has always inspired me to continue to improve in the barracks and become a good officer.
But when I returned to this familiar and unfamiliar place, I found that everything had changed. People in the town are talking about the changes brought about by the reform and opening up, and how to seize the opportunity to make their lives better. I stood in the middle of them, listening to their discussions, and felt out of place. I don't know about economics, I don't know business, and I don't know how to adapt to this new society.
I started trying to find a job, but I hit a wall at every turn. I don't have a college degree, no professional skills, and I don't even know how to operate a basic computer. I felt frustrated and helpless like never before. In the dead of night, I think of the days in the barracks, the days when I trained and fought with my comrades. At that time, I was so confident and proud.
However, life has to go on. I knew I couldn't just give up. I started asking around to see if there was a job that would fit my background. I also started to learn some basic skills, such as computer operation, such as some simple office software. I know it's hard, but I believe that if I work hard, there will always be a way out.
Just when I was about to give up, a chance chance changed my fate. It was the spring of 1992, and a group of government officials suddenly came to the town, saying that they wanted to inspect the town's infrastructure. I followed them curiously to see what they were checking. As I watched them carefully inspect every facility, writing down something in their notebooks from time to time, I suddenly felt a long-lost passion and motivation.
I followed them to the town square, where many villagers had gathered, and everyone was watching curiously. At this time, a lady in a crisp suit walked over, she looked very serious and professional. She began to brief the villagers about the purpose and plan of their inspection, and her voice was firm and powerful, leaving everyone in awe.
I stood in the crowd, looked at her, and suddenly felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity. I looked at her carefully, and finally recognized her—she was my old squad leader, Ma Li! I couldn't believe my eyes, the old squad leader who used to crawl around with me in the barracks was now a female mayor!
I excitedly stepped forward and called out "old squad leader". She turned her head and saw me, also with a look of surprise and delight. We hugged each other tightly, as if we were back in that passionate and bloody barracks.
She asked me, "Why are you here?" and I told her briefly what I had experienced after I changed jobs. After listening to this, she was silent for a while, and then said to me seriously: "You are a soldier, and the spirit of a soldier is to never give up and never give up. I believe that you will be able to find your own path. ”
Her words warmed my heart like a warm current. I looked at her with gratitude and strength in my heart. I know that I can't just give up, I want to be like her, in my own way, to contribute to this society.
With Mary's encouragement and help, I began to re-plan my life. I realized that although I didn't have professional skills, I had the tenacity and perseverance of a soldier, which was also a valuable asset. I started working harder to learn new knowledge and skills, and I started trying to do things that I had never done before.
I first got a job as a security guard at a factory in a small town. Although this job does not require many skills, I cherish this opportunity. I do every job conscientiously and win the respect and recognition of my boss and colleagues with my actions.
Outside of work, I began to learn some basic computer operation and office software. I know it might be difficult for someone my age, but I'm enjoying it. I enjoy the process of learning and the joy of every progress.
I also started to try to do some social work, such as participating in some public welfare activities in the town to help those in need. I find that I feel very happy and fulfilled when I use my strength to help others.
In this way, I slowly found my place in the town. I have proved with my own actions that even a veteran without professional skills can find his own value and meaning through his own efforts.
However, I didn't rest on my laurels. I know that I can do better, and I can contribute more to this society. I began to think about how I could make better use of my military background and experience to do something more meaningful.
That's when I thought of Mary. As a female mayor, she has been working hard for the development and construction of the town. I thought I might be able to join her team and work with her to contribute to the development of the town.
I told Mary what I thought and she was very supportive. "You are a soldier, and you have a sense of responsibility and mission as a soldier," she said. I am sure that you will be able to make your own contribution to the development of the town. ”
On Mary's recommendation, I joined the town's development planning team. I began to participate in the development planning and construction of the town, using my military experience and background to make suggestions for the development of the town.
I found that I felt very comfortable when I applied my military experience and background to social work. Some of the suggestions and proposals I put forward have also been recognized and adopted by the team. I feel very proud and satisfied.
I also began to participate more actively in various activities in the town, and use my actions to influence and drive more people. I find that when I use my power to influence and motivate others, I feel very happy and satisfied.
In this way, I found my place in the town, and found my own value and meaning. I know that although I am no longer a soldier, my military spirit and sense of responsibility will never change. I will continue to contribute to this society in my own way.