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From the moment my husband and I got married, we decided to live the Dink life. As a high-paid white-collar worker, we have a good income, which allows us to enjoy a comfortable and privileged life.
We firmly decided not to have children because we believed that parenting would become a burden, limiting our freedom to pursue all kinds of pleasures, and making life monotonous and stressful.
We choose to live only for ourselves, pursue personal interests and passions, and make life colorful.
Without the responsibility of children, we have more time and resources to pursue our dreams. Every year, we carefully plan a dream trip to explore the beauty and unique cultures of the world.
We enjoyed traveling independently, getting away from the confines of tour groups and exploring unknown places and hidden spots. We try local delicacies and taste delicious dishes for all tastes, which is one of the great joys of life for us.
In addition, we focus on maintaining physical health and mental balance. We exercise every day to stay in good shape and healthy. We also meditate and relax regularly to maintain inner tranquility and balance.
Our lives are filled with freedom and joy because we can pursue our interests and passions as we please. We support and understand each other and work together to create our own happiness and satisfaction.
Despite not having children, we still feel enriched and fulfilled in our lives because we pursue the things we love with our hearts and make each day meaningful.
We strongly believe that everyone has the right to choose their own lifestyle, and we chose Dinker Life because we believe that such a lifestyle is best for us.
We gratefully enjoy this free and unfettered life, living for ourselves and seeing this choice as a source of our happiness.
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However, fate sometimes plays tricks and catches people off guard.
Last year, when I had just retired, dreaming of a great old age with my husband, a sudden change completely shattered our plans.
That day, my husband suddenly fell ill and we rushed him to the hospital, but unfortunately, it was already too late.
In the icy corridor of the hospital, I anxiously awaited the doctor's diagnosis. Time flies unusually slowly, and every minute feels like a long ordeal.
Finally, the doctor came out, his expression solemn and helpless, and told me that my beloved husband had passed away.
At that moment, my world completely collapsed. The unprecedented grief and fear overwhelmed me, and I felt as if I was in a bottomless abyss, unable to breathe, unable to escape.
He left me, leaving me alone to face this harsh reality. Unprecedented grief and fear flooded my heart, and the whole world seemed to become gray and hopeless in an instant.
We had experienced countless laughs and tears together, and now that he had suddenly left, I felt empty inside. Having lost my husband, I fell into a deep despair, and life became extremely difficult.
In this difficult time, I tried to find a little strength and support. Remembering the good times we had, I struggled to find solace. However, his departure hit me too hard, and no amount of memory could fill the huge void he had left behind.
I felt exhausted, but I also knew that I had to face this new reality. I need to find strength inside and rediscover the meaning of life. Perhaps, time will give me the power to heal and gradually come out of the shadows.
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I couldn't shake off the pain of losing my husband, so I made the decision to embark on a journey alone, to the places where we had left our footprints, to rediscover the past, hoping to unlock the heavy shackles in my heart.
I came to Yangjiang Hailing Island, the place where we once made fond memories together. Stepping on the beach, I saw the scene in front of me and reminded me of the past.
On this beach, we used to build castles of love together, sculpting our visions and commitments with fine sand. Today, that castle is gone, and I can only leave fond memories in my heart forever.
I walked across the beach and felt the soft touch of the fine sand under my feet. The waves gently lapping against the shore make a tranquil sound. I closed my eyes and thought back to the time we used to walk along the beach together.
I walked to the beach and let the cool water wet my feet. I look back and remember the happy times we used to frolic together in the sea. At that time, our smiles were so bright and our happiness was so real.
But now, I am the only one left, facing this vast ocean alone.
I walked along the coastline and looked out at the sea and sky in the distance. Seagulls soar through the air, accompanied by the sea breeze, as if conveying some kind of comfort. I took a deep breath of the sea breeze and tried to let it take away the pain and sorrow in my heart.
Although I know that time will not smooth everything out, at least, this ocean has given me a sense of relief.
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In the morning, I sat down at a breakfast restaurant in Yangjiang and tasted the famous local pork intestines. Bored, I started talking to a man next to me.
It turned out that the man was 10 years older than me, but he looked to be in his 50s. He is also a tourist and specially came to Yangjiang to enjoy the sea view. We started talking about what we saw in Yangjiang, and soon we had a good conversation.
Gradually, we introduced ourselves to each other. The man's surname is Chen, it turns out that he is also from the Dink family, and his wife has also died for many years. Hearing his experience, I couldn't help but feel that our situation was too similar.
Lao Chen told me that at first, like me, he could not get out of the pain of widowhood. Later, he decided to travel by car and began a journey around the country.
He has toured many places and made short videos to share on social media. Since he chose to travel poorly, it didn't cost much.
Over the next few days, Lao Chen and I toured the beaches of Yangjiang, enjoying the sun and sea breeze. Together, we explored the beauty of the beach, exchanged our love for the sea and our understanding of life.
This time was great and we developed a strong friendship with each other.
However, time was limited after all, and in the end we had to say goodbye reluctantly. We exchanged contact details in the hope of staying in touch and continuing to share each other's travel experiences and life experiences.
When I left Yangjiang, my heart was filled with gratitude and hope. Through the encounter with Lao Chen, I deeply experienced the relief and joy brought by self-driving travel.
I learned that even in the pain of losing a loved one, life can go on and find new joy and meaning.
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After returning to my own city, I also had the idea of a road trip. Eventually, I decided to buy a new car.
Through the introduction of a friend, I chose the all-new Haoying SUV of GAC Honda. The model has sold more than 500,000 units since its launch in 2019, and sales reached 14,051 units in June this year alone, ranking at the forefront of the SUV market.
The all-new Haoying also launched two hybrid models, the Haoying e:PHEV and e:HEV, which are suitable for different travel needs. The body adopts high-rigidity and lightweight technology, and uses high-strength steel materials, of which more than 18.7% are made of ultra-high-strength materials. #安全硬实力! The new Haoying has 3 core excellent qualities#
In terms of safety equipment, the all-new Haoying is equipped with 10 airbags and the Honda SENSING 360 safety super sensing system to protect passengers in all aspects. In the China Insurance Auto Safety Index test, the all-new Haoying received the highest evaluation in occupant safety, pedestrian safety and vehicle assistance safety, and was considered one of the best SUVs of the year.
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When I bought a brand new car, I immediately agreed with Chen on my next destination to prepare for my upcoming road trip in my later years.
This tour will be a wonderful and unforgettable experience.
Our identified destination is a picturesque seaside town located on the east coast of the country. The town is known for its magnificent coastline, white sand beaches and charming fishing village atmosphere.
On the day of departure, we pack our luggage early, equip our vehicles, and drive to our destination. On the way, we passed magnificent mountains and lush forests, enjoying the beauty of nature along the way.
Finally, we arrived in the seaside town. We booked a spacious and comfortable villa by the sea with a great view over the whole bay. We will spend a few days here enjoying the tranquility and relaxation.
Every day of our road trip in our later years, we fully enjoyed the pleasure and freedom of travel. We drive our vehicles through beautiful landscapes, leaving fond memories and precious moments.
The road trip in my later years became a precious experience in my life, making me feel the richness and color of life.
I believe this is just the beginning of my road journey, with many more exciting destinations waiting to be explored.