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My name is Li Jintao, I am 76 years old and I live in Beijing. I have a daughter named Li Xiaomei, she is 35 years old and married to Zhang Dahua, and they also have a 5-year-old son named Zhang Xiaoming.
Over the years, I have transferred 5,000 yuan to my daughter's family every month as a subsidy for their livelihood. My husband died early, and I live on my savings and pension, as well as income from mortgage rentals, so I can transfer this money to my daughter every month, which I have always regarded as a mother's care for my daughter.
However, recently, my own health has been deteriorating, and I need to spend a lot of money on medical treatment, and the cost of medical treatment and various examinations is increasing. I was so stretched that I had to stop my monthly subsidy for my daughter and keep the money to pay for my own medical bills.
I called my daughter to tell her about this decision, but I didn't expect her reaction to be very big: "Mom, how can you not give us money?" We all rely on your subsidy to maintain our current standard of living, and if you don't give it, our family will fall into economic crisis! Why are you so selfish and thinking only about yourself! ”
I was very sad, I didn't expect my daughter to call me selfish, I choked and said: "Xiaomei, I'm sick now, and the money is spent on medical expenses..." How do you call me selfish? ”
"It's selfishness! You don't care about us anymore, only about yourself! Our family of three is all supported by your money, and now you suddenly don't give it, how should we live? The daughter said excitedly.
"Xiaomei, you also have a job, isn't Zhang Dahua a civil servant? My little money shouldn't be a matter of life or death for you, right? I advised.
"It's a matter of life and death! Do you know how expensive living is in Beijing? Without your money, our family would be dispersed! "The daughter was angry and seemed to be stamping her foot.
I sighed: "Xiaomei, I am helpless, you have to be considerate of me." I'm already 76 years old, my health is deteriorating, I have long retired, how can I have so much money? You can't rely on me so much. ”
"I'm just going to depend on you! If you don't give money, you don't want me, it's useless for me to be your daughter, and I will never pay attention to you in the future!" The daughter was very excited and hung up the phone after speaking.
I listened to the beeping hang-up sound and felt very sad. I have always tried my best to love and care for my daughter, but I didn't expect her to break my heart like this. Did she really only see me as an ATM? I am very disappointed and pained.
Just then, the doorbell suddenly rang. I wiped away my tears and opened the door to see that it was my son-in-law Zhang Dahua.
"Mom, Xiaomei called me just now, I heard that her tone was not right, so I rushed over to take a look. Are you all right? Zhang Dahua asked with concern.
I picked myself up, asked my son-in-law to come in and sit down, and poured him a glass of water. "Just now I had a phone call with Xiaomei and said that I need to stop the monthly subsidy for you... Then she was mad at me. "I couldn't help but burst into tears again.
Zhang Dahua quickly came over to help me, asked him to sit down, handed over a tissue, and comforted him softly: "Mom, don't be sad." Xiaomei she has a straight temper, she will speak a little heavier, don't go to your heart. ”
"It's not good for me, and I should be considerate of my daughter's difficulties..." I just didn't expect her to say that I was selfish and didn't want me, I was really sad. "I couldn't cry.
Zhang Dahua silently cried with me for a while, and then said: "Mom, I can understand your current difficulties. Your health is tight, and I can't bear to see you worry about money. In fact, our family's situation is also okay, we don't have to rely on your subsidies. ”
I sniffled and nodded: "Yes, originally I also thought that this money was not necessary for you, so I decided to stop..." But Xiaomei's reaction was so strong, I was really sad. ”
Zhang Dahua sighed: "Xiaomei has a straight personality, and sometimes she speaks more directly. In fact, she loves you very much in her heart, but she can't accept this change for a while. I will communicate with her properly, don't worry. ”
"Then please." I wiped away my tears and looked at my son-in-law gratefully.
"It's not easy for you to live alone. Or...... Are you thinking about moving in with us? With us, you can also rent an apartment outside for less. Zhang Dahua tentatively suggested.
I looked at him in surprise: "If you say so, will Xiaomei agree?" ”
"I'll communicate with her." Zhang Dahua said firmly.
I held my son-in-law's hand with emotion: "Dahua, thank you for being so considerate of me." But I want to live on my own and don't want to cause you trouble. ”
"Mom, you're not in trouble! Our family will be very sad if you leave. Zhang Dahua said eagerly, "Please think about it!" Talk to us if you need anything. ”
I nodded and looked gratefully at my son-in-law who thought about me. At this time, the doorbell rang again, and Zhang Dahua opened the door to see that it was Xiaomei who had returned with Xiaoming.
"Mom!" As soon as she saw me, Xiaomei threw herself into my arms, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have said that about you just now, and I shouldn't have called you selfish." I know it's wrong, don't be angry with me, okay? ”
I stroked my daughter's hair, and the grievances in my heart were swept away: "Silly girl, can I be angry with you?" ”
Xiaomei sobbed and rubbed in my arms, when Xiaoming also ran over and shouted loudly: "Grandma! ”
I smiled and picked up my grandson and kissed his little face: "Xiao Ming is so happy today, what's wrong?" ”
"We're going to the zoo to see the elephants in a moment!" Xiao Ming said happily.
"Well, can grandma go with us today?" I asked with a smile.
"Yes!" Bob nodded happily. Xiaomei and Zhang Dahua also smiled and looked at each other
So our family drove to the Beijing Zoo. Xiao Ming was very happy, took my hand and ran to the elephant area, and kept shouting: "Grandma hurry up!" ”
I smiled and quickened my pace to keep up with this lively grandson. Xiaomei and Zhang Dahua also followed closely behind us, and from time to time they asked me with concern: "Mom, can you walk?" Do you want to take a break? ”
I hurriedly said, "My physical strength is okay, and it's fun to walk with Xiaoming." ”
When we finally arrived at the elephant area, we saw a large herd of elephants walking leisurely and grazing, and a few of them still playing in the water. Xiao Ming was so happy that he kept pointing at the elephant and shouting: "Grandma look quickly, that one is so big!" ”
I teased him, "Are we taller than elephants?" ”
"It's not as good!" Bob giggled. I looked at this simple and lovely grandson, and my heart surged with indescribable family affection and happiness.
We walked around the elephant area and Bob had a lot of fun. Then we visited Monkey Mountain, Lion Tiger Mountain and other places. Xiaomei and Zhang Dahua took good care of me along the way, looking for a place to sit and rest from time to time.
At noon we ate at the zoo restaurant. Xiao Ming said happily: "I saw so many animals today, grandma, do you know what animal I like the most?" ”
"Let grandma guess, is it an elephant?" I said with a smile.
"That's not right!" Xiaoming shook his little head and said.
"Is that a monkey? Or a tiger? I pretended it was hard to guess.
"Neither!" Xiaoming grinned, then opened his little hand and said, "My favorite animal is Grandma you!" ”
I listened and quickly teased him: "Grandma, I'm not an animal, how can I compare with monkeys and elephants?" ”
"Grandma is my favorite animal!" Bob coquettishly took my arm.
"Oh, we Xiaoming are so sweet." I rubbed his little head happily, thinking that it was a great blessing in life to have such a lovely grandson.
After lunch, it was getting late, and we drove home. Before getting into the car, Xiaomei suddenly said to me: "Mom, how are you thinking, do you want to move in with us?" I brought you to the zoo today to give you a small surprise, and I hope you will be happy to consider our suggestions. ”
I hesitated for a moment, and Zhang Dahua hurriedly said: "Mom, with our family, you live here is also very lively." Xiaomei works during the day, and I can help you cook and buy vegetables. We will definitely take care of you. ”
"Yes, Mom, move here, you won't be lonely with us." Please! Xiaomei also said earnestly.
Looking at the sincere eyes of my daughter and son-in-law, my heart was moved. Maybe moving in with them is a good choice. So I nodded slowly and said, "Okay, I'll move over." Thank you for caring so much about me. ”
"Great!" Xiaomei hugged me happily, and Zhang Dahua also smiled. Xiao Ming screamed and said, "Grandma is coming to live in our house, and I can play with my grandma every day in the future!" ”
Warmth surged in my heart, rubbed Xiaoming's head and said, "Yes, grandma will accompany Xiaoming every day." ”
The next day, with the help of my son-in-law, I began to pack my luggage and prepare to carry my clothes and some daily necessities to my daughter's house. I sorted out the old objects that evoked a lot of memories, and I couldn't help but feel the changes in my life. Xiaomei also helped me with some things, while still saying: "Mom, you have to rest well when you come to our house, and I will do all the things at home..." ”
I smiled and nodded, and a long-lost warmth rose in my heart. I know I made the right choice. Looking at the smiling faces of my daughter and son-in-law, I truly felt that the company of relatives is the most important thing in life.
So, with the help of my daughter and son-in-law, I quickly moved into their home. This is a two-bedroom, one-room apartment, which is not very large, but it is warmly and comfortably furnished.
Son-in-law Zhang Dahua cleaned up a corner of space in the living room, put my bed and some necessary daily necessities, so that I had my own little world. Xiaomei also vacated a few wardrobe spaces so that I could put my clothes in.
"Mom, is it convenient for you to live here? Do you want me to change your position? Xiaomei asked with concern.
I smiled and said, "It's nice and close to the bathroom, it's very convenient." Thank you for thinking about me. ”
"That's good. If you have anything you need, don't hesitate to let us know. Zhang Dahua said.
In the evening, the family sat around the dining table to eat, and Xiaoming kept lying with me, asking me to peel shrimp for him, and I smiled and satisfied him one by one. Xiaomei said: "Xiaoming, I want to leave some shrimp for grandma to eat." Grandma hasn't eaten enough yet. ”
"It's okay, I'm full." I smiled and said, "Seeing Bob happy is my greatest joy." ”
"Is it okay for grandma to play games with me after eating?" Bob looked at me expectantly.
"Okay." I nodded and Bob applauded happily.
After dinner, I accompanied Bob to play with blocks on the carpet in the living room. He excitedly piled up small castles and put his puppy toys in. I looked at his childish and cute appearance, and I couldn't help but smile, and my heart was full of love.
"Grandma, you see I built such a big castle!" Bob said proudly.
"Well, Xiao Ming is so good, he has grown up." I laughed and complimented him.
After playing for a while, Bob got sleepy and yawned. Xiaomei came over and picked him up, turned to me and said, "Mom, you've worked hard today, rest early." Be sure to tell us if you need anything. ”
"Well, you rest early too." I nodded.
Zhang Dahua helped me lay out the quilt and told me to call him immediately if I had any situation. I thanked my son-in-law, turned off the lights and got ready for bed.
Lying on the bed, listening to the laughter of their family of three wafting out of the room, my heart surged with unprecedented satisfaction and peace. I know that from now on, my life will be warm and I will no longer be alone. At this moment, I was relieved.
The next morning, I got up and did some simple exercises, then went to the kitchen and started preparing breakfast for everyone.
"Mom, don't be busy, I'll do it." Xiaomei hurriedly came over to stop me.
"It's just making breakfast, it's not tired of me." You go get busy with yours. I laughed and beat the eggs into the pan.
Xiaomei saw that I insisted, so she said, "Then I'll help you get it together." ”
"Good." I nod.
Our mother and daughter quickly made a few dishes and cooked porridge again. Zhang Dahua and Xiao Ming, who had just gotten up, smelled the fragrance and came to the dining table.
"Wow, grandma's breakfast is so fragrant!" Xiao Ming said happily.
I smiled and brought his favorite egg scone to the table, and Bob ate it happily. The family happily finished breakfast.
In the following days, I will be responsible for cooking rich meals for everyone and taking care of Bob. Xiaomei has to work during the day, and I will pick up Xiaoming to school. Every time, I will also accompany Bob to the playground to play. Time passes in this warm and peaceful daily life...
After a while, I gradually got used to living with my daughter's family.
One day, after cleaning up my home, I decided to go to the supermarket to buy some fresh ingredients. Just as she was about to go out, Xiaomei returned.
"Mom, are you going out?" She asked with concern.
"I went to buy some food, and I ate everything in the fridge." I say.
"Then I'll send you there." Xiaomei proposed.
"No need, I can go alone." I waved my hand.
"But the supermarket is a bit far away." Xiaomei said hesitantly.
"It's okay, I can still walk. Don't worry, it'll be fine. I smiled and comforted my daughter.
Xiaomei was still a little worried, but it was difficult to persuade me again, so she could only instruct: "Then mom, be careful, call a car after shopping, don't take things and walk back by yourself." ”
"Okay, got it. You put a hundred hearts. I nodded.
So I took the bus alone to the supermarket a few blocks away from my home and started grocery shopping. I went to buy some seasonal vegetables first, and then went to the seafood section to choose fresh fish and prawns. Seeing that there were my grandchildren's favorite snacks in the supermarket, I also bought some to put in the trolley.
After buying, I went to the cashier to check out. At this time, an old lady pushed a cartload full of things and came to line up, and I saw that she was weak, so I took the initiative to say: "Aunt, I just bought something, you can check out first." ”
"Thank you so much!" The old lady said happily.
I smiled and nodded as I watched the old lady check out and leave. Soon it was my round, and the cashier lady scanned my stuff and said, "138 yuan in total." Card or cash? ”
I took out my wallet from my bag, but then I suddenly remembered that when I transferred a rent to Xiaomei this morning, I seemed to have only brought 100 yuan in cash! I nervously counted my wallets, and sure enough, it was only 102 yuan.
"Sorry, I don't have enough cash, only 100 yuan." I said to the cashier lady ashamedly.
"Do I need to swipe my card to make up the difference?" The young lady asked.
I took off my bank card and found that there were only a few dozen dollars left in it, which was simply not enough to pay the difference. I said embarrassedly: "The balance in the bank card is not enough, it's really embarrassing, you can help me keep things first, I will immediately call my family to help me add money." ”
"Okay." The cashier nodded and helped me put my things aside for the time being.
I walked aside and called my son-in-law Zhang Dahua. He picked up quickly and I explained the situation.
"Mom, don't worry, I'll rush over!" Zhang Dahua said, "I happen to be working nearby, and I will be there in ten minutes. You wait a little in the supermarket. ”
I hung up the phone, gratefully thinking that I had such a caring son-in-law. After a while, Zhang Dahua arrived in a hurry and helped me pay for the purchase.
"Mom, remember to bring enough cash when you go out in the future, and call me if you need it." Zhang Dahua said with concern.
I nodded, and then went with him to load everything in my shopping bag and take it home.
This little episode made me feel once again how warm and convenient it is to live in my daughter's home. Loved ones are close by and you can ask for help if you need anything. I know I made the right choice.
When I got home, I started preparing to cook dinner. Buying fresh ingredients today, I decided to make dishes that my daughters and grandchildren love to eat.
I cleaned the fish and prepared it for frying: the prawns were also washed and steamed with delicious egg juice. I decided to stir-fry a mixed cabbage heart, and opened a bag of noodles I just bought, to make a cold noodle with beef.
Just as I was in the middle of my day, Xiaomei returned.
"Mom, you've been busy all day, are you tired? I'll make dinner. She said with concern.
I smiled and said, "I'm not tired, I'm planning to make a few dishes that you and Bob like to eat." ”
"Then I'll help you chop the vegetables." Xiaomei offered to propose.
"Good boy." I nodded.
So Xiaomei began to help me process vegetables, and I concentrated on processing and cooking various ingredients. After a while, several dishes with all colors and aromas are presented on the table. At this time, Zhang Dahua also took Xiaoming home.
"Wow, grandma made so much delicious food today!" Xiao Ming happily ran over to look at the dishes on the table.
I picked him up with a smile and said, "This is all carefully prepared by grandma for Xiaoming, I hope we Xiaoming eat happily!" ”
"I'll eat it all!" Xiao Ming said happily.
"Come on, let's wash our hands first, and then let's start together." Zhang Dahua said.
The family had dinner happily again. I watched Bob eat my cooking, and my heart was full of satisfaction and joy.
After dinner, Xiao Ming said excitedly: "Grandma, after eating the delicious food you made, I have a lot of strength now!" Let's play the game together! ”
"Okay, grandma will play with you." I said with a smile.
"No, Mom, you've worked hard today, you should rest early. Leave this little laborer to me. Xiaomei stopped me and said to Xiaoming, "Xiaoming, let your father play with you today, don't bother grandma anymore." ”
"Okay then." Bob was a little reluctant.
I rubbed his head and said, "Grandma will play with you tomorrow, okay?" Go to bed early today. ”
"Well, good night grandma!" Bob gave me a goodnight kiss.
I smiled and watched them go play, then started clearing the table and washing the dishes.
"Mom, go and rest, I'll wash the bowl." Xiaomei came over to persuade me.
I thought about it, nodded and said, "Okay then, I'll go sit for a while." Good work on you. ”
"You worked hard!" Xiaomei hugged me affectionately.
I went to the living room, sat down on the sofa, and then I heard the sound of Xiaomei washing dishes in the kitchen and Zhang Dahua's laughter in the next room.
Quietly listening to the sounds at home, I couldn't help but sigh that such a warm life is exactly what I need most in my old age.
In the blink of an eye, a few months passed, and my body gradually regained some strength. One day, Zhang Dahua tried to say to me: "Mom, your body seems to be much better, do you want to consider resuming it and give us a little living expenses every month?" Just keep a little of your own medical bills. ”
I thought about it, nodded and said, "Well, I'll give you another 3,000 yuan a month for living expenses." As long as you're happy. ”
"Thank you so much!" Zhang Dahua said happily.
I waved my hand and said with a smile: "Being with my family is my greatest happiness." ”
Since then, I have resumed a certain amount of financial support for them. Although it is no longer the previous 5,000 yuan, 3,000 yuan is enough for them. Whenever I see my daughter's family living happily and happily, I feel that there are no regrets in life.
I often proudly say to my neighbors, "I have such a filial daughter and a virtuous son-in-law, they took me into the home to take care of, and I am now living a very happy life." ”
The company of my loved ones is the greatest spiritual sustenance of my old bone. I am always thankful that God has allowed me to have such a warm home.