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My name is Li Shuangjiang and I am 84 years old this year. As an ordinary retired worker, I have been living on that pitiful pension. Unexpectedly, in this spring, a pension suspension notice tore off my fig leaf.
I remember it was a fine March morning, and the sun was shining through the window into my humble little room. I got up slowly, washed up and walked to the door, and found a letter in the mailbox. Over the years, I have received only a handful of letters, and today I have a sense of foreboding with the words "Shunda Company", a state-owned enterprise where I used to work, printed on the cover.
When I opened the envelope, I was stunned. This is a pension suspension notice! The notice says that my pension will be suspended from this month due to the company's business difficulties. How am I going to live now!
My pension is only a little more than 1,000 yuan a month, but for me, this money is a survival dependence. My savings were all spent when I was sick, and my children were busy with their own work and family, so they never asked me about my life.
I called my son and told him the news. He was stunned for a few seconds on the other end of the phone and said, "Dad, it's a pity." But don't worry too much, call me if there's anything. I could tell that the concern in his voice was merely obligation.
I know that my children are busy, and they don't really care how I live. Back then, I brought them up to go to school and let them stand in society, but now I am an old man and can only rely on myself.
I walked out of the house in despair, trying to go to the supermarket to buy something. When passing by the neighbor's house, I beckoned to the old dynasty: "Brother Li, come and sit at my house!"
"No, you're busy, I'll go buy some food. "I politely rejected Wang's kindness. I know that his family is not well-off, so there is no need to cause trouble.
When I came to the supermarket, I picked up the daily necessities, looked at the price tag, and had mixed feelings. A 10-yuan pack of noodles used to be bought and thrown into the shopping cart, but now I have to think about it carefully. To buy this, you have to reduce the amount of other things. What should I do without a pension?
"Sir, will you buy these?" The cashier's voice brought me back to reality, and I realized myself standing in front of the cashier in a daze.
"Ah, yes, yes. I came back to my senses, pulled out my wallet, and counted the crumpled renminbi.
"You look like you're talking too much, please don't mind. "The cashier noticed something strange about me.
"It's okay, it's just an old man, it's a little troublesome. I barely managed to squeeze out a smile.
On the way home, all that was on my mind was the pension suspension notice. I still remember when I first arrived at Shunda Company, I was young and strong, working very hard, and often worked overtime until night. I wanted to improve my skills as soon as possible and be promoted to senior engineer, and my dream was to become a project manager one day.
Now that I think about it, I was so loyal to the company, but it chose to abandon me when I needed help the most in my old age. I felt very uncomfortable.
When I got home, I called my wife and told her the news. She was also very anxious, and repeatedly said on the phone: "You are struggling to live alone now, how can you live without a pension? ”
"I can do it myself, don't worry about it. I comforted. Actually, I don't want to rely on my children too much, and I can still take care of myself.
The days that followed, I was in fear. When you buy groceries, you have to compare the prices carefully, for fear of spending all your savings. I try to spend as little as possible, but the money is still being spent day by day.
A month later, I finally mustered up the courage to go to Shunda Company to find someone to ask for clarification.
"Chairman, I have been retired for more than ten years, and my life will be very difficult if my pension is suddenly suspended. Is there any possibility of re-issuance?" I please.
"Uncle Li, I understand your difficulties. But the company is in a really difficult situation right now, and this suspension of pension is a last resort. I'm also embarrassed, but it's unlikely that the distribution will resume for the time being. The chairman looked embarrassed.
"So my previous contributions to the company are just written off? I have worked hard for decades, and the result is that I have lost my old bones?" I was emotional.
"Uncle Li, calm down. We're also having a hard time right now, you can't say that. ”
"That's what I'm saying! If you don't pay your pension, I'm going to go to court, I'm going to sue you!" I yelled.
At this time, the security guard came up and pulled me, and I had a tug with the security guard. "Uncle Li, don't be like this, calm down!" The chairman advised me.
I was pulled out of the company gate by the security guards. Standing outside the door, I suddenly deflated and tears welled up in my eyes. I felt like an abandoned piece of garbage, having lost all my dignity.
On the way home, my steps were heavy and weak. How can I survive without a pension? I'm 84 years old, where can I still find a job? I really regret it, I regret that I have nothing in my old age.
At this time, a thought suddenly crossed my mind: I can also go to the old leader for help!
I suddenly remembered my old leader, Director Li. During my work, he cared about me and often told me to pay attention to my body after work. I called him and explained in detail how I had been deprived of my pension.
"Uncle Li, don't worry. I've heard about this, and it's really hard for the company right now. You have contributed a lot to the company before, and I will find a way to help you speak. "Director Li's voice gave me hope.
"Then please Director Li. I'm really worried about the cost of living. "I can't thank you again and again.
"Don't worry too much. I still have a little savings here, so I'll help you with food and clothing first. My son happens to have a small business near your house and needs to hire a temporary worker, would you like to try it?" Director Li's words made me very excited.
"Okay, okay, I'm willing to do anything!" I happily agreed.
At Director Li's son's place, I am mainly responsible for some chores, helping to carry goods, cleaning and cleaning. Although the physical work was a bit strenuous for my old bone, I didn't mind at all. Spending time with their family, I feel like they are already like my family.
One day at noon, Director Li's daughter-in-law specially left me to eat: "Uncle Li, come and eat, I made a few dishes that you like to eat." ”
"Hey, don't be so polite. I'm an old man, just eat simply. "I'm a little embarrassed.
"Uncle Li, don't shirk, hurry up and eat. Director Li's son also greeted me warmly.
I felt very warm eating the lunch prepared by their family. It's been a long time since I've experienced this feeling of home.
"Uncle Li, with us here, don't worry too much about life. If you have any difficulties, we will definitely try to help you. The daughter-in-law said.
"Yes, Uncle Li, you have helped my dad so much before, and now it's time for us to repay you. The son also said.
I listened, and tears flowed down my face. I've lived alone for so many years, and I never thought anyone would care about me like that. I suddenly felt that I was not an abandoned old man, and that there were still people in this world who were willing to help me and let me live.
"Thank you, thank you so much. You are like my relatives, I will work hard, and I will also pay attention to my body and not cause you trouble. I say from the bottom of my heart.
From that day on, my life seemed to regain hope. I no longer worry about not being able to make ends meet because I don't have a pension, and Director Li and his family take care of my life like my relatives.
One day, Director Li called to care about my situation.
"Uncle Li, are you still Xi to working with my son?" Director Li's voice is always so kind.
"Very good, your son and daughter-in-law are very kind to me and treat me like family. I'm eating well and in good spirits now, so thank you so much. I say from the bottom of my heart.
"That's good, you have to pay attention to your body too. I went to the company once in the past few days, and I also mentioned your matter to them, but it didn't have much effect. It's just too hard for companies right now. "Director Li also seems to regret my matter.
"Director Li, you have helped me a lot, I am doing well now, don't worry about my affairs. I said gratefully.
"Well, then you have to pay attention to it yourself. What is needed to open your mouth. "Director Li still cares about me as always.
"Uncle Li, you have worked hard today, I made you a bowl of longevity noodles, you can taste it. "My daughter-in-law put a bowl of fragrant noodles in front of me.
"Oh, it's hard work, it's good that my old bones can help. "I'm a little embarrassed.
"Uncle Li, when you look at you, you know that you are modest. If you want me to say, you are stronger than many young people, and you work so hard every day. Let's eat it, this is the soup stock I bought specially to buy, which is good for the health of the elderly. The daughter-in-law said with a smile.
I was so moved that I wanted to cry, so I quickly lowered my head and ate noodles. This bowl of noodles tastes great when you eat it in your mouth. It's been a long time since I've tasted such a fragrant home-cooked meal.
That night, lying in bed, it dawned on me that I was not an abandoned old man. Because there are still well-wishers in this world who are willing to help a strange old man through the difficulties of life. Maybe my children are too busy to take care of me often, but God still let me meet a good person like Director Li and his family.
I should not complain, but learn to be grateful. Because of gratitude, my heart can be at peace. I also want to cherish my current life, work hard, and pay attention to my body.
It will not make an old man have too hard in the last days of his life.
In the blink of an eye, it was spring again. In the past year, I have lived a fulfilling life with the help of Director Li and his family. My body is getting worse, but my mental head is much better than before.
"Uncle Li, I see that your face has not been very good recently, is there something wrong with your body?" One day, Director Li's daughter-in-law asked me with concern.
"Maybe my old problem is doing it again, you don't have to worry, I'll just rest more. "I don't want them to worry about me.
"That's not going to work! Your body is our responsibility now. I'll take you to the hospital for a check-up. The daughter-in-law said firmly.
At the hospital, the doctor gave me a detailed examination and said that my body was already weak and needed to be hospitalized. I hurriedly waved my hand: "No, no, I'll just go home and rest more." ”
"Uncle Li, just listen to the doctor, it's safer to treat in the hospital. We'll come and see you. "My daughter-in-law persuaded me.
I finally nodded and agreed to be hospitalized. I understand that they are all out of concern for me.
My days in the hospital were very hard, and I struggled with various examinations and treatments. My son and daughter-in-law would come to visit me often and bring my favorite food. With their company and encouragement, my condition improved quickly.
"Dad, your health has improved a lot, and you can be discharged from the hospital after two more days of observation. "My son told me happily when he came today.
"Yes, Uncle Li, the doctor said you are recovering well. We all breathed a sigh of relief. The daughter-in-law also said with a smile.
I nodded, tears in my eyes. I know that my recovery would not have been possible without their meticulous care, and that I will never be able to repay the kindness of this family to me in my life.
On the day I was discharged, they drove me to the hospital to pick me up.
"Uncle Li, go home. My son smiled at me.
I silently shed tears. It's been a long time since I felt at home and have been living a lonely life. Now, I finally have a home again.
"Okay, let's go home. "I wiped away my tears and got into their car.
Back at their home, everything was so familiar and homely. After dinner, I sat in the courtyard, the afterglow of the setting sun shining on my body, the breeze blowing in my face, and the birds singing and the fragrance of flowers.
"Uncle Li, you see that your face is much more ruddy, and we have a big and strong Uncle Li again!" The daughter-in-law said with a smile.
"Haha, I'm in a lot better now!" I laughed happily too.
At this moment, I suddenly felt a sense of peace. My life has come to an end, but I am not alone, because I have such a warm home and such a group of good people who treat me like relatives.
I will cherish the rest of my time and live with them until the last moment of my life.
"Uncle Li, I made red date yam porridge, you can taste it. My daughter-in-law put a bowl of steaming porridge in front of me.
"Well, that's my favorite thing. I happily picked up the spoon.
"Jujube yam is good for the health of the elderly, and can nourish the blood and nourish the body. Uncle Li, you have to eat more. "My daughter-in-law told me while packing up the vegetable basket.
I ate the porridge slowly, and the red dates were very delicious. "Daughter-in-law, your skills are getting better and better, and this porridge is better than what is sold outside. I praised it from the bottom of my heart.
"Well, then I'll do more of this to make up for you. The daughter-in-law smiled happily.
I was satisfied with this lunch. With them, I feel that I am no longer a lonely old man, but an elder who is cared for by my family.
After lunch, I went out into the yard to bask in the sun and read the newspaper. The autumn sun is warm and the breeze is gentle, which is very pleasant.
"Uncle Li, you are reading the newspaper here. I'll cut some fruit for you and eat some to satisfy your cravings later. My daughter-in-law came to me and brought me a plate of cut apples, pears and grapes.
"Oops, you're so polite. I'm an old man, where do you still pay attention to eating this and that. I was a little embarrassed.
"Uncle Li, don't shirk, eat quickly. These are fruits that are good for the body and rich in vitamins. My daughter-in-law placed the fruit bowl on the small table in front of me.
I ate the fruit they cut while reading the news in the newspaper. Today's newspaper said that the state would raise pensions, and when I saw the news, I had mixed feelings. I don't expect to get a pension anymore, but I'm glad to think that many people like me might be able to improve their lives as a result.
"Okay, Uncle Li, I'll go buy it. You have to write more, maybe you can publish it!" The daughter-in-law readily agreed.