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My name is Li Xiao, I am 35 years old Chinese New Year's Eve, and I work as a sales manager in a listed company. We are a family of three, and I live with my parents. Every New Year, there are always a lot of relatives and family members in the house, and my parents will be busy entertaining, and I will do my best. But this year, I couldn't hold back my dissatisfaction.
On the morning of the first day of the first lunar month, many relatives came to the family one after another. Uncle Zhang's family of three was the first to arrive, and he greeted my parents with a smile: "Uncle and aunt have a good New Year! We are here early in the morning!" My mother also stepped forward to greet her, and said with a smile: "Uncle's family has worked hard, please come into the house and rest." "I also greeted them politely and helped with the luggage.
After a doorbell, my father's college classmate Aunt Li and her husband came again. My mother said enthusiastically, "Oh, Auntie, you're here too! Come in and sit down, double happiness, pour a cup of tea for Aunt Li!" I followed them and greeted them one by one. As soon as Aunt Li saw me, she said happily, "Little one, I'm so happy to see you again! You have grown up and become more and more beautiful!" I smiled shyly and said, "Auntie has won the award, and you are getting younger and younger!"
After a while, a few more groups of relatives came downstairs. I was a little overwhelmed at first, but I did my best to entertain them. Finally, my cousin Xiao Ming also arrived. He put down his luggage and said to me with a grin, "Cousin has worked hard, haven't you had a busy morning? I happen to be hungry, where are the dumplings made by my mother?"
I wiped my sweat and said tiredly, "What color do you guess the whole refrigerator is now?"
Xiao Ming smiled slyly: "I guess it's been stuffed with all kinds of dishes!"
I nodded and said, "I'll have to help out in the kitchen, you can rest in the living room for a while." Xiao Ming nodded, sat on the sofa by himself, and said loudly while swiping his phone: "Cousin, go get busy, I'll stay here!"
I walked into the kitchen and saw my mother and a few aunts busy preparing lunch. I hurriedly asked, "Mom, do you need my help?"
My mother wiped her sweat and said, "Alas, there are so many people coming, we are running out of time to cook." You go and help Uncle Zhang and your dad set things up, and by the way, see what they need. ”
I hurriedly said, "Okay Mom, be careful not to get tired!"
I went to the living room and saw my father and Uncle Zhang helping the others pack their belongings. I hurriedly went over and asked, "Dad, uncle, do you need my help?"
My father said, "Thank you, you can go to the east side of the guest room and help clean up, and we can do it here." ”
I nodded, went to the east room, and began to help organize the bedding and luggage. At this time, Uncle Zhang's son Xiao Zhang also came to help. I smiled and said to him, "Xiao Zhang, you father and son have come all the way to come here. ”
Xiao Zhang complained: "Yes, cousin, I have to rush all the way to your house every year for the Chinese New Year, and I am really tired." But the New Year is to be reunited, and the hard work is still worth it. ”
I thought to myself, at least you're only going to stay for a few days, and I'm going to have to deal with this big family for a month. But he still smiled reluctantly and didn't say anything.
After setting up the east side room, I went back to the living room to continue to help. Xiao Ming is still immersed in the world of mobile phones, and he doesn't even look at me. I secretly slandered to myself, this kid knows how to play all day long.
At lunchtime, there were so many things that we almost filled the whole house. My parents were busy entertaining everyone to dinner, and I was also busy serving food and pouring water. After eating, I thought I could rest for a while, but a group of juniors immediately called me: "Cousin, let's go to the courtyard to play!"
I forced a smile and said, "Okay, what are you going to do?"
I worked hard to wash the dishes and brush the pot, and it was already past ten o'clock in the evening. At this time, my mother came to me and patted me on the shoulder and said, "Xiao, thank you for your hard work." Everyone is asleep, so you should rest early. ”
I said tiredly, "Okay Mom, then I'll go take a shower and go to bed." ”
I said angrily, "What are you doing? Put everything back in place!"
Xiao Ming said embarrassedly: "Cousin, I'm sorry, we are hungry and want to find something to eat." ”
I sighed and said, "Okay, I'm going to make breakfast." Go out and have fun, and stop messing around. ”
Xiao Ming cheered and ran out with the children. I looked at the mess of the kitchen and felt my head hurt even more.
Just as I was busy working in the kitchen, Aunt Li also came and said with a smile: "Little, thank you for your hard work! Come on, come on, Auntie will help you make breakfast together!"
I was a little flattered and hurriedly said, "Oh, Auntie, don't bother, I'll do this myself." ”
Aunt Li waved her hand and said, "My old woman has nothing to do all day and is bored, come and help you, let's work together!"
I smiled and agreed. The efficiency of the work of two people is really much higher, and breakfast will be ready in a short time. Just as I was about to wake everyone up for dinner, Uncle Zhang came over to me and said, "Xiao, thank you for your hard work! I see that you have almost arranged it here, why don't we go out and take your pressure off?"
I was a little embarrassed and said, "I'll have to ask my parents what they mean." ”
Uncle Zhang said with a smile: "Your parents agreed, they said that you have been too busy recently, go out and relax." ”
I was happy now, and hurriedly said, "Okay, uncle, I'll go out with you!"
So I went out for a day with Uncle Zhang and them, and forgot about the troubles at home for a while. When we got home in the evening, I was surprised to find that the house had been cleaned up and the dinner was almost ready.
I happily said to my parents, "Mom, Dad, you guys are amazing! You've done so much for me today!"
The mother wiped her hands and said, "Everywhere, everyone is working together." You've worked hard too, go and rest!"
I was in a good mood and had a hearty dinner with my parents and relatives. After dinner, I was about to go to the living room to watch TV, but I was called by a few little girls to play in the yard. I was a little hesitant, but Xiaohong hurriedly said, "Cousin, we have learned a few new games, you must come and play!"
I smiled and said, "Okay, then I'll go for a while." ”
So I played in the yard for more than an hour, and coaxed the little girls to bed. Back in the living room, I collapsed on the couch and didn't have the strength to move anymore.
At this time, Aunt Li came to check on my situation and said with concern: "Xiao, you look tired, are we creating too much burden on you?"
I tried to squeeze out a smile and said, "Wherever and where, I like to be lively." ”
Aunt Li shook her head and said, "We can all see that you are really working too hard and need to rest well." Go to bed early tonight, and you'll have to worry about the rest. ”
I was a little grateful and said, "Then thank you Auntie." I'll go back to my room tonight, and everyone will rest early. ”
Mom said, "You finally have a chance to sleep, so don't worry about these things." Let's do it, everybody's up anyway. ”
I felt a wave of warmth in my heart, folded my hands and said, "Then I'm welcome, thank you!"
After breakfast, I was going to go to the yard and relax. At this time, Uncle Zhang came over and greeted me and said, "Xiao, we are going to go around the neighborhood, are you interested in walking together?"
I smiled and said, "I'm just going to go out for a walk, of course I have someone to accompany me!"
So Uncle Zhang and I went out for another day, and we were in a good mood. On this day, I didn't receive any requests for help from my family, and after dinner I offered to help clean up, but my mother drove me back to the house and said, "We can do it, you can go to watch your TV series with peace of mind!"
My whole heart is warm now, I watch TV comfortably, and I fall asleep unconsciously.
I smiled and said, "Why are you so motivated today?"
Mother smiled and said, "Isn't this trying to reduce the burden on you, we discussed it yesterday, and then we will leave it to us, you can rest assured to play!"
I was so happy that I thanked him. From that day on, I was really relieved, and my parents and relatives began to take the initiative to take on the responsibility of household chores and childcare. I've also come to realize that people are just trying to make the New Year a little more welcoming and beautiful. I shouldn't get angry or complain because I'm too burdened, and ruin this good intention. I started to take the initiative to help everyone prepare meals and play games with the children. Even though it can be a bit overwhelming at times, I remember to keep a smile on my face and learn to say no to excessive requests reasonably.
One day, Xiao Ming came to pull my sleeve again, and said coquettishly: "Cousin, you play games with us!"
I smiled and said, "I'm busy helping your mom prepare things, and I'll play with you when I'm free." ”
Xiao Ming said dissatisfiedly: "You keep saying that, but you don't have time all day." Let's play for a while!"
I squatted down to look him in the eye and said seriously, "Obviously, my cousin also wants to play with you, but sometimes I really don't have time." I can't stop helping my family just because I'm playing games. You have to learn to understand people, you know?"
Xiao Ming lowered his head and thought about it, and said, "Well, I understand, cousin." You're busy with yours, I'll go play with Xiaohong!"
I nodded in satisfaction and stroked his hair. Xiao Ming left in a huff.
That night, the family sat around the courtyard and chatted with each other. Aunt Li sighed with emotion: "Alas, the festival every year is just for this kind of excitement." Everyone raised their glasses and drank and told jokes, so much. ”
My father agreed, "That's it." Our family is old and young, and there are so many good relatives, we are really born in happiness and do not know how to be blessed!"
When I heard this, I couldn't help but redden. Although fellow relatives sometimes do not understand me and cause trouble to me, their intentions are all good. I shouldn't vent my grievances because I'm stressed, but I should cherish this rare time together.
Since then, I have learned to take the initiative to understand and take care of other people's feelings. Even though I am busy, I feel full of warmth and happiness from it. I'm starting to truly appreciate what it means to be together in the New Year and appreciate what I have.
For the rest of the day, our family spent the next few days laughing and laughing. The children are happy and play games with adults every day. I'm also a lot more relaxed, even if I occasionally help with a few chores, I don't have to drag my tired body anymore. This year's Chinese New Year has truly become a warm and beautiful memory.
On Chinese New Year's Eve, relatives and friends also left one after another and returned to their respective homes. As I was leaving, they hugged me one by one and told me again and again to take care of myself next time. I was so moved that I kept nodding my head in thanks.
When Uncle Zhang's family of three walked to the door, Xiao Zhang joked with me: "Cousin, I really regret that I didn't bother you much during the Chinese New Year." But you've grown a lot, will I dare to mess with you in the future?"
I laughed and slapped him on the arm and sent them out the door. This year's Spring Festival ended in the veins of warmth. After the building was empty, I suddenly felt a little sad. But soon I figured it out that the care of my relatives will always follow me, and I will never be lonely. In the blink of an eye, it is the footsteps of the New Year. When my mother suggested that I invite relatives to my home for the Chinese New Year this year, I did not resist like last year, but felt a little warm in my heart.
While my mother was tinkering with the dishes, I asked her if she needed help. The mother was stunned at first, then smiled with satisfaction and said, "My good daughter has grown up, and of course my mother supports your decision." ”
"Then I'll help you peel potatoes. "I picked up a knife and potatoes, pulled up my sleeve and started to help.
"Mom, I thought about it, I was indeed a little selfish and willful last year. You and Dad worked so hard, but they just wanted our family to reunite in the New Year. I shouldn't just think about myself and ignore your hard work. ”
My mother wiped away her tears excitedly and walked over to my shoulder: "Silly girl, Mom has never embarrassed you, I just hope that you will spend this year happily! Your dad and I are so happy that you took the initiative to help this year!"
I couldn't help but shed tears of emotion. It turned out that my family had always cared about me and understood me.
The night before the Chinese New Year, after cleaning up, I excitedly called other relatives and warmly invited them to come to my house for the holiday. The cheerful response from the other end of the earpiece made me smile.
"Hey, cousin! I've already started counting the money for train tickets, hehe!" Xiao Ming's childish excitement made me happy.
"No problem, no problem, I'll definitely go! I'm going to bother you a lot this time, cousin!" Xiao Zhang's jokes are commonplace.
"Welcome, welcome, please come in!" I couldn't help but open my arms and hug the three or five friends in front of me. They hugged me back and talked happily.