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My name is Li Fang, I am 45 years old this year, my husband is doing small business in the local area, my children are in college, and my family is struggling financially. My cousin suddenly called the other day and said that she needed a nanny to help with the children, which could provide a monthly salary of 8,800 yuan. My hands were shaking with excitement, such a high salary is really rare, fortunately, my cousin's family is still polite to me, even if the work is harder, in order to earn this money, I have to try.
Early the next morning, I got up early in the morning, packed my bags and went to my cousin's house. My husband took me to the bus station and told me to take care of my body. I nodded, but I eagerly imagined that the high salary would be a great opportunity for us to improve our lives.
Bumpy driving through the country roads, I looked out the window at the scene of rapid receding, both excited and nervous. Two hours later, the car finally arrived in my cousin's city. Following my cousin's address, I stopped a taxi and went to her villa.
"Sister Fang, you're here!" My cousin gave me a warm hug with open hands. "Long time no see, please come in, please come in!"
I followed my cousin into the villa a little shyly, with a study, living room, dining room all available, and I couldn't help but be surprised by my cousin's rich life now.
"Come, introduce you, this is my husband." My cousin-in-law also greeted me kindly.
The three of us sat around the dining table and reminisced, and my cousin and brother-in-law's children were in class, and I hadn't seen them yet. My cousin-in-law said that I could live in a rearranged room in the attic and ask them directly if I had any needs. I quickly thanked me, feeling that they were really good to me.
In the evening my cousin made a hearty meal and the family had a pleasant dinner. I relaxed a lot, and I felt that my cousin's job might be easier than I thought. Early the next morning, my cousin came to wake me up at 6 o'clock and said that she was going to make breakfast for the children and my cousin-in-law. I got up in a daze, and my cousin was already standing in the doorway waiting for me.
"In our family, the nanny is the first to get up and is responsible for the three meals of the whole family." My cousin clasped her hands to her chest as if she were laying out military rules.
"Oh... Good good. I quickly answered, and although I was a little surprised, I also accepted my cousin's request.
I followed my cousin to the kitchen and listened to her orders for me to chop vegetables, beat eggs, and cook. Despite my hurry, I did my best to complete the task. When the child and my cousin-in-law woke up, they said that the breakfast was great, and I was secretly relieved.
After breakfast, my cousin asked me to send my two children to school. I waved goodbye to the two children and started preparing the ingredients for lunch. My cousin gave me a detailed shopping list, which I carefully compared to the purchases I made at the supermarket. After shopping, it was almost noon, and I hurried home to start cooking.
After my cousin came back, she looked at my busy appearance and said with a smile: "It's not easy, it's only the first day!" ”
I wiped the sweat from my head and smiled: "Yes, but don't worry, I will get used to it slowly." ”
After lunch, in the afternoon, I went to pick up my cousin's children from elementary school. I drove to the school gate, and the two children ran over happily when they saw me, shouting hello to their auntie.
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After picking up the kids, I drove home. Two children sat in the back seat and chattered to me about what happened at school.
"Auntie, we climbed a tree at school today, and I climbed to the highest branch!" The older child said excitedly.
"Well, but it's important to be careful." I instructed.
When they got home, the children put down their bags and ran to play. I tidied up my room and prepared the ingredients for dinner. When my cousin came home, I started cooking dinner.
"How was your day?" My cousin asked me while changing her shoes.
"It's good, the children are lively and cute." I replied with a smile.
"Well, is the child causing you trouble?" My cousin looked critically at the dishes I had prepared.
"No, no, I get along well with my children." I replied with a smile.
After dinner, I cleaned up the kitchen as usual. My cousin asked the children to go back to the room to write their homework, and I followed to help them check the information and records. The two children are very close to me, and I answer questions patiently.
After the children slept in the evening, I could finally go to rest. The day seemed to have no end, and I was so tired that my steps were vain. After washing, I collapsed on the bed and felt like my whole body fell apart.
The next day's work was still heavy, and I woke up early and was greedy and busy, but my cousin and children were happy with me, and I was secretly happy. As the days passed, I was tired, but I was also immersed in the sense of accomplishment that this job brings.
Until one day, my cousin suddenly became angry with me.
"Li Fang, you fried the fish, how to eat this!" The cousin pushed the plate aside impatiently.
"Sorry, I'll do it again right away." I quickly apologized, but I was very aggrieved in my heart.
"It's not like this kind of low-level mistake is often made. Did I pay you to screw up the meal? "My cousin is unforgiving.
"I didn't mean to, you let me do it all over again." I'm still struggling with emotional explanations.
"Do you think my home is where you try to work?" If you fool things like this again, I'll deduct your salary!" The cousin walked away angrily.
I looked at the steaming fish pushed to the side, and my eyes turned red. In the past month, I have put in so much effort to support my family for this job. My cousin's heavy words hit my wound, and I couldn't hold back any longer and ran back to my room and cried.
After a while, my cousin brought over the newly made dish and softened her tone: "Just now, my tone was a little heavier, don't take it to heart." Let's eat. ”
I opened my mouth, but still didn't speak. I understood that I could no longer stay in this home.
After eating, my cousin sat in the living room watching TV as usual, and I silently tidied up the dining table and kitchen alone.
"I'm sorry, Fangmei." My cousin came over and looked me in the eye and said. "I wasn't right just now, it's not easy for you this month, I shouldn't say that about you."
I pursed my lips, but still didn't answer.
"How about I raise your salary and give you a month's year-end bonus?" The cousin continued, "The child and we all like you very much, really don't go, okay? ”
I took a deep breath and finally spoke: "Cousin, I want to go home for the New Year." You can ask someone else. ”
My cousin's face changed significantly. But I knew that I had to fight for the respect I deserved for my dignity and my labor.
The next morning, I started packing my bags and getting ready to leave. My cousin-in-law drove me to the bus station, and I finally turned to look at them, didn't say anything more, just silently blessed them in my heart.
When I got home, the first thing I did was hug my dear husband. "I'm back." I said lightly.
My husband obviously saw that I was not in a high mood and asked me with concern what I was unhappy about at my cousin's house. I shook my head and didn't say much.
"You take a few days of rest first, I'll go out and buy something delicious to celebrate your return!" My husband said this and went out to buy vegetables.
I sat alone in my room, looking at our humble home, with mixed tastes. Although my cousin's family is well-off, this is my home. I don't regret leaving there and choosing to go back to the people who matter most.
My husband bought a lot of vegetables and came back, and specially called his son to have a hearty reunion dinner together. My son happened to be coming home from winter vacation, and I was happy to see him.
"Mom, aren't the conditions at my cousin's house very good? Why did you suddenly come back? My son asked me a little puzzled.
I smiled and touched his head: "I miss home, our own nest is the warmest." Let's eat the food. ”
The next day my son had to go back to school, and my husband and I got up early to prepare breakfast and egg scones for him. After sending my son away, I began to think about my future plans.
"Wife, how about we open a small shop by ourselves?" I suddenly proposed.
My husband was a little surprised but nodded immediately: "Okay, what do you want to sell?" I fully support you! ”
So we started raising funds and choosing a location to open the store. During the day we run around to complete paperwork, and at night we sit together to study the plan. My mood lifted up.
Finally, before the Spring Festival, our commissary opened. Every day I was busy buying supplies and decorating the store, while my husband was in charge of contacting and moving goods. We only sold some daily necessities at first, and although the business was not big, it was getting better day by day.
A month after opening, my cousin suddenly called, and her tone was very gentle: "Sister Fang, how is the business doing?" Need my help investing? ”
I was a little surprised but thankfully refused. The two of us started our business with our own hands, and this is the life I want.
In March, my husband and I decided to expand our business and add fresh food such as snacks and vegetables. I go to the market every day to shop, and my husband moves the goods back to the store. Our commissary gradually has regular customers, and business is getting more and more prosperous.
At this time, my cousin called again, and her tone was very panicked: "Sister Fang, please come back, the newly found nanny is really difficult, and the child is also clamoring for you to go back." As long as you come back, the salary is open as you go, we really need you! ”
I thought for a while, but politely declined: "I'm sorry cousin, my wife and I plan to continue to develop our commissary." You also need to learn to understand your responsibilities as an employer and get along well with your employees. ”
My cousin gave a soft "um" on the other end of the phone, and no longer forced it. I knew that she was finally beginning to reflect on her own problems.
There is still a long way to go in life, and I believe that my cousin will get better. And I will also enjoy the fruits of our hard work with my wife.
In this way, as the days passed, our commissary became more and more prosperous. From the initial small business of a few hundred yuan, to the current net income of 20,000 or 30,000 yuan a month, my wife and I have a sense of accomplishment.
In order to repay my wife, I want to send him on a tour. He's been busy with the commissary lately, and it's time to take a break.
"Wife, let's go to Boracay at the end of this month!" One day after dinner, I suddenly proposed to my husband.
"To Boracay? It can be, but things in the store... "My husband was a little embarrassed.
"Just close the store for a few days, anyway, we hired employees, it doesn't matter if they are not there." I said enthusiastically.
My husband looked at my shining eyes and smiled too: "Okay, then go on vacation for a few days!" ”
So we booked our flights and hotels and started our long-lost vacation.
After getting off the plane, we were overwhelmed by the tropical scenery on both sides. With blue seas and skies, and white sandy beaches, my wife and I walked along the coast hand in hand as if we were younger.
"Wife, look at how pleasant that wave is. Let's go to the beach! "I took my wife's hand like a child.
"Okay, okay, we haven't played easily together in a long time!" My wife is also very happy.
So we made sandcastles on the beach, and the waves gently roamed our feet. My wife laughed and picked me up in circles, and I screamed with joy. A few seagulls drifted in the sky, the sun shone on the sea, and everything was so beautiful.
Back at the hotel, we had dinner on the terrace facing the sea. After the meal, we watched the sunset and our hearts were full of happiness.
"Let's come here every year for a vacation." I leaned on my wife's shoulder and sighed.
"Well, we'll have more happy times like this." The wife said.
Vacation days were always short, and we had to go back to work. However, this trip has breathed life into our lives.
When I got home, I called my son to reassure him that we were all right. My son is also very happy that our husband and wife can have such time together.
One day, my cousin suddenly called, she and her cousin-in-law were moving to the city, and if we wanted their villa, they could sell it to us for a very low price.
I thought about it and still refused: "Cousin, you keep it, anyway, we are living a very moist life now." ”
My cousin smiled in understanding and thanked me again for taking care of me. I also wish her and her cousin-in-law all the best.
After hanging up the phone, my heart was calm and warm. I don't envy my cousin's wealth because I have my own career and the company of my wife, and this is the life I want.
There are choices everywhere in life, and choosing what you love and strive for is happiness.
Fast forward to the fact that our commissary has been in operation for five years. From its humble beginnings, it has tripled in size and business is getting more and more prosperous.
We hired a few employees and the business expanded to become a well-known local general store. Every day, a large number of old customers come to buy vegetables, meat, and daily necessities, and our service makes them very satisfied.
We also regularly hold some promotions to reward our customers. My wife's carefully prepared roast chicken, roast goose and special pastries are often sold out. We are touched by the fact that there are so many customers supporting our small shop, which is the biggest motivation for us to start our business.
"Lady, do you think it's time for us to renovate?" Employee Xiao Zhang proposed to me. Indeed, after all these years, the store is also a little old.
"Great idea! It just so happens that we have carried the epidemic and operated smoothly, so it should be a reward for ourselves! "I immediately adopted Xiao Zhang's idea.
So the store started a major renovation. We expanded the façade to be more spacious and bright, and purchased new shelves and windows to display the merchandise. I also set up a small garden at the entrance and planted various flowers.
The newly renovated storefront made us very satisfied. What makes me happiest is that my wife also has a proud look on her face. This is the result of our perseverance from scratch.
The day before the store reopened, my cousin called and said that she was going back to her hometown and stopped by us to see it. I welcome it gladly.
Early the next morning, I put on my most beautiful clothes and prepared to greet my cousin. My wife also cleaned the shop.
My cousin came to the door of the store, looked around, and had a surprised expression on her face: "Sister, you have really built a big store!" I'm so happy for you! ”
I smiled and showed my cousin around, and she kept admiring our arrangement. I felt like I was going back to when we were kids, playing hand in hand with my cousin.
"Sister, I am very happy to see you succeed in your career. You have found your happiness, and I am proud of you! My cousin's eyes sparkled.
I also excitedly held my cousin's hand: "I have to thank you for your original invitation, allowing me to find the life I really want." ”
The journey of life can only be determined because of the support of the family. I am very fortunate that among all my relatives, there is such a kind-hearted confidant as my cousin.
From now on, no matter what struggles I encounter in life, I will maintain a positive attitude. Because I know that happiness always belongs to hard and brave people.