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My name is Li Xiangyang and I am from an ordinary small city in China. Since elementary school, I have been full of infinite yearning and longing for the African continent. Every time the teacher talks about Africa in geography class, I listen intently and read various African travelogues to satisfy my curiosity. I dream that one day, I will be able to come to this mysterious black continent and experience a different life.
After graduating from college, I could have found a stable job and lived an ordinary life like everyone else. But the African dream always haunted me, and finally at the age of 25, I mustered up the courage to tell my family about my decision.
"Mom, I want to live in Africa for a while and fulfill my dream. ”
My mother was first worried, and said, "The situation in Africa is complicated, isn't it too dangerous? ”
I replied with a smile: "Mom, I've been thinking about it for a long time, and I won't do anything dangerous, don't worry." It's my dream and I want to make it happen. ”
The father was silent for a moment, then nodded and said, "I respect your choice, and since you are determined to go, I will fully support you." But be sure to stay safe and contact us immediately if you have any questions. ”
I found the land I rented and started experimenting with planting. At the beginning, the corn did not grow well, and I encountered a lot of difficulties, but the local neighbors were very friendly and gave me a lot of valuable advice. Just as I was about to try planting again, an Angoran girl dressed in a traditional colorful dress came to my field.
"You must be Mr. Li from China, my name is Anita, I heard that you are planting here, do you need help?" She said to me shyly.
With the help of Anita and other villagers, my corn cultivation has finally picked up. I gradually adapted to life here and became good friends with everyone. Looking at the ripe golden corn in the field, I was thrilled.
In this way, the days passed, and my career gradually got on the right track. The local people liked the soybeans I planted, and I expanded the area a lot. Anita often came to help me with the work in the field, and our relationship got better and better.
One day, I plucked up the courage to say to Anita, "Anita, the time I've spent with you during this time is the happiest thing I've ever been here." I want to marry you and run this farm together, would you like to?"
Anita said happily, "I also love being with you. It's my pleasure to marry you, I do!"
And just like that, Anita became my wife. We had a simple wedding in the local area, and all the villagers came to give us their blessings. After we got married, Anita taught me all the growing secrets that her family had passed down, and we managed the farm together.
"My dear, we have to educate Qiuqiu well and make him a useful person. Anita said softly.
"Don't worry, I will teach him all the cultivation techniques and make him an excellent agricultural expert!" I say proudly.
However, the good times did not last long, and when Li Qiuqiu was two years old, a sudden drought seriously affected the growth of crops. I lost a lot and was in huge debt.
"Don't be discouraged, we'll get through it. "Anita encouraged me.
With her support, I readjusted my business strategy and gradually came out of the haze. Looking at the thriving crops in the fields, I felt hope again.
With Anita's help, my business was finally on track again. Our child, Li Qiuqiu, has also grown up to a cheerful and lively five-year-old, and often follows me to the fields, constantly asking questions.
"Dad, how did you say this corn grew so tall?" Qiuqiu said curiously as he looked at the cornstalk taller than himself.
I explained with a smile, "This is the result of fertilization and watering, and Qiuqiu should also learn Xi planting knowledge in the future to make the crops grow better." ”
"Mm-hmm, when I grow up, I will definitely help my dad grow the tallest corn in the world!" Qiuqiu said happily.
Looking at Qiuqiu's innocent smiling face, I felt that this was the happiest time of my life.
At that moment, I suddenly felt a strong headache, followed by weakness and fell to the ground.
“爸爸!” 球球惊恐地叫着。
I reluctantly raised my head and said to Qiuqiu, "Qiuqiu, go and call your mother." ”
Qiuqiu ran home crying, and soon Anita ran over in a hurry. I was admitted to the hospital, and after an examination, the doctor told me that there was a large tumor and that surgery was necessary immediately.
After the surgery, I lay weak in the hospital bed, Anita holding my hand with tears in her eyes.
"Honey, you must hold on, we all need you. ”
I nodded slightly: "I will try to recover, and when I get better, we will go back to China together." ”
After I was discharged from the hospital, I decided to take my whole family back to China for treatment. Although it is reluctant, health is the most important. I started to prepare to return to China and dispose of all my business and assets.
"Daddy, are we really going to get out of here?" Qiuqiu looked at the familiar land with some reluctance.
"Qiuqiu, we will come back to Africa in the future. The most important thing now is Dabi's body, and we have to go back to China to treat Dabi. Anita said softly to Qiuqiu.
After taking care of everything, we got on the plane back home. Before leaving, I couldn't hold back my tears. For 14 years, this place has given me dreams and love, and I will always remember it.
After returning to China, with the help of family and friends, my physical condition gradually improved. The previous cultivation techniques also came in handy in the country, and I became an agricultural consultant and lived a peaceful life.
When I think about Africa, I am still filled with emotion. There are some of the best memories of my life. Maybe one day, I will set foot on the red soil of Africa again and re-embrace the land that nurtured my growth.
After returning to China, I compiled a book on my farming experience in Africa and passed it on to farmers in my country. Everyone said that these experiences would be of great benefit to China's agricultural development. It's gratifying to see that my knowledge helps others.
As time passed, the children grew up. The eldest son, Qiuqiu, is now 18 years old and has become a handsome and straight young man. He inherited my mantle and studied Xi at the local agricultural college.
"Dad, I want to go back to Africa after I finish my studies and help the villagers there improve their planting methods and increase their income. "Qiuqiu said to me one day.
I smiled and nodded: "Good son, I am very pleased that you have inherited your father's ideals." The villagers of Africa will definitely welcome you. ”
The second son, Qiuqiu, is now 15 years old and has excellent grades, and his teachers praise him for being smart and studious.
"Dad, I want to learn Xi computer and contribute technical strength to the development of agriculture in the future. He said to me with his full honors.
"Good son, your choice is great, you have to work hard to learn Xi. I encouraged.
The youngest daughter Yaya has also grown to 10 years old and has become a little princess, but her personality is still innocent.
"Dad, when I grow up, I want to go back to Africa to be a teacher, teaching children to read and write!" Yaya said.
Looking at the children's dreams of chasing me, I am full of emotion. As a father, I have fulfilled my mission.
"My dear, the kids have grown up, it's time to think about the next step. "Anita said to me one day.
"You're right, I'm going to retire at home, and then we'll travel the world together and come back to Africa. I said.
In this way, I retired to my home and enjoyed my leisure time with Anita. We revisited our hometown together and I was relieved to see that there was still good land and that the villagers were doing well.
"My dear, with you by my side, I had the happiest time of my life. I said to Anita with emotion.
"Me too, dear, the land of Africa bears witness to our love, which I will always remember. Anita had tears in her eyes.
Life is a wonderful journey, and I'm glad to have been able to walk with Anita through this journey to Africa. It has made our family and I will be forever grateful for this land.
The 14 years in Africa have given me countless precious memories and experiences. It shaped my life, allowed me to find my other half, and fulfilled my dream of planting. Now, I'm going to put these experiences into words and share them with more people.
"Dad, I'll help you design the cover of the book. The eldest son Qiuqiu said excitedly.
"Okay, design a beautiful cover to attract more people to read our story. I said to Qiuqiu with a smile.
"I'm here to help my dad contact the publishing house and try to get it published as soon as possible. The second son Qiuqiu also said.
With the help of the children, the book was soon published. On the day of publication, we celebrated with our families.
"Dad, your story will surely infect many people to follow their dreams. The eldest son Qiuqiu said.
I nodded, hoping that this book would allow more people to appreciate the charm of Africa.
Sure enough, the book received a lot of attention. Many people who are interested in Africa have bought it and left me messages saying that they have been deeply touched by this book.
I'm very relieved to see this feedback. I'm most happy about being able to help others through my experience.
A year after publication, I received a special mail. It turned out that a charity in Angola saw my story and wanted to invite me back to Angola to participate in their agricultural poverty alleviation project.
"Beloved, this is a godsend, and we should accept it. "Anita encouraged me.
"You're right, I should pass on my experience to those who need it. "I decided to accept the opportunity.
So, we came to Angolan soil again. It was a great feeling to be a part of this project, and I was able to pass on my farming knowledge to the local farmers, who became more affluent.
"Thanks to your knowledge, our harvest has been much richer! Thank you. "The villagers expressed their gratitude to us.
I feel that my life is complete. I give back to this land what Africa has given me.
"Yes, dear, here are our most precious memories. "I was overwhelmed with emotion.
The 14 years in Africa opened another door in my life. I will always remember the little things here. Africa, I love you.
After participating in the poverty alleviation project, we stayed in Africa for a while. I took Anita on a retour of our old place, and those familiar streets and fields were full of memories.
"Of course I remember, that day changed my life. I said with emotion.
"Then we got married under that big tree, and I was dressed in the most beautiful wedding dress. Anita had a twinkle in her eyes.
"You're the most beautiful bride I've ever seen. I hugged her gently.
"This little river has witnessed our love, remember how we often walked and chatted by the river?" Anita said, pointing to the creek not far away.
"We were still having a picnic by the river and it was a joy in those days. "I was overwhelmed with emotion.
This land is full of our footprints, and here is the starting point of our love.
Before leaving, we also went to visit the old landlord.
"Kid, you're back to see me!" The old landlord said excitedly.
"I am eternally grateful to you for renting me the land back then, which made my dream come true. I said to him.
"I'm relieved to see that you're happy now. The land will always remember you. The old landlord said with a smile.
After saying goodbye to the old landlord, we set out on the journey home.
"This is probably the last time we will go back to Africa, and I will miss everything here. I reluctantly looked out the window.
"I will miss everything about Africa too, but our story will live on forever. Anita said, holding my hand.
After returning home, we began to enjoy retirement. I tell the stories of Africa to my grandchildren, and they always listen to them with relish.
"Grandparents, your story is so romantic and brave, I want to go to Africa when I grow up. Xiao Wang Sun said.
"Good boy, you will all have your own trip to Africa. Go for it, it has some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. I said to my grandchildren with a smile.
Time flies, and we grow old. Although our bodies are not as good as before, when we think of the bits and pieces of Africa, our hearts are still full of passion and dreams.
"My dear, I don't have the strength to go back to Africa anymore, so I can only revisit that land in my dreams. "Anita said to me one day.
"It's okay, my dear, our shared memory will always remain in my heart. In the next life, I will meet you again in Africa. I said, holding her hand.
In the last moments of our lives, we still hold hands. The red earth of Africa holds some of our most precious memories of youth. In this life, I am happy and complete.