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My name is Li Ming, I am Chinese New Year's Eve years old, and I live in a small town in the south of the Yangtze River. This story begins three years ago, when I had just quit my job in the city and returned to my hometown, which was full of bamboo forests and canals.
"What are you doing here, come back to farming?" My younger brother Li Qiang, with a look of disdain, held his newly bought smartphone in his hand, and laughed at me while scrolling through Weibo.
I just smiled and didn't answer. But he has his own plans in his heart. With the little savings I had saved, I borrowed some money from the bank and bought the big dilapidated house in town. This house is the old mansion of the town, but it has not been cared for for many years, the walls are mottled, and the wood is beginning to rot.
"Are you crazy? with that money, you can live a good life in the city!" my mother shook her head and looked at me worriedly.
I smiled and said nothing, and I had my own calculations in my heart.
I started renovating this old house. During the day, I found a local chef to repair brick by brick, and in the evening, I got together with a few old friends at the town's tavern.
"Brother Ming, I heard that you bought that dilapidated house, is it true?" the proprietress of the tavern, Aunt Li asked me.
"yes, Auntie, I'm going to fix it. I replied with a smile.
"Hey, you're throwing money into the sea. An old man next to him who often came to drink shook his head and sighed.
"Probably, but I think it's worth it. I said lightly.
As the days passed, my house slowly changed. And my younger brother Li Qiang didn't understand me more and more. He found a good job in the city, and often posted his achievements and happy life in the circle of friends.
"Brother, you are such a fool, spending so much money to buy a broken house is not as much as my monthly salary. "Li Qiang once sarcastically mocked me at home in front of his relatives.
I didn't respond, just smiled and continued my work.
Until one day, the news came that the town was going to carry out large-scale urbanization construction, and my house happened to be located in the planning area.
"Brother, you... How do you know there will be demolitions?" Li Qiang's voice brought surprise for the first time.
I smiled and shook my head, "I don't know, I just do what I think is right." ”
And at this moment, my mobile phone rang, it was an old friend in the town, "Brother Ming, come on, someone is looking for you to talk about the compensation for the demolition." ”
I put down my phone and looked out the window, the setting sun shining on the old house that I had restored, and the golden light reflected in every corner of it. I knew that my life was about to usher in a new beginning.
That day, I stood in the courtyard and looked at the officials who came to negotiate. They produced documents detailing the compensation for the demolition. I knew in my heart that this money would be enough for me and my family to live a better life.
"Mr. Li, this is our compensation plan, please see if there is any problem. An official handed over a document.
I read it carefully, secretly calculating in my mind. This money is more than I expected. I nodded, satisfied.
"I'm fine, I just hope it gets done soon. I said calmly.
The officials looked at each other, then nodded, "No problem, Mr. Li, we will deal with it as soon as possible." ”
Things went through quickly, and soon after, I received the compensation for the demolition. This windfall made me a rich man in town.
After the news spread, many people came to me, some to congratulate and others with various purposes. My younger brother Li Qiang also came to me, and his eyes were full of complexity.
"Brother, I really didn't expect you to become like this. He said with some embarrassment.
I smiled, "Qiangqiang, you used to say that I was stupid, but in fact, I didn't know that there would be today." ”
Li Qiang lowered his head, looking a little embarrassed.
"Brother, now that you have money, do you want to move to the city?" he asked.
I shook my head, "I still like it here, it doesn't matter how much money you have, what matters is having a good time." ”
Li Qiang listened to it and seemed to be touched.
In the days that followed, I began to think about what I was going to do with the money. I didn't want to live a life of luxury, I wanted to do something meaningful. I decided to invest in a cultural arts center that would give the town's children the opportunity to learn Xi painting, music and dance.
I also found old artisans in the town and planned to work together to revive some traditional crafts. I hope that through these efforts, I can make this town more vibrant.
In addition, I thought of my old friends. We used to meet in taverns, and they were ordinary townspeople. I decided to set up a small foundation to help families who were impoverished due to illness.
"Brother Ming, are you going to be a philanthropist?" asked me in the tavern.
I smiled and shook my head, "I'm not a philanthropist, I just want to share my good luck with everyone." ”
My plan was supported by the townspeople. The construction of the cultural and arts center will start soon, and the children are looking forward to it. And those traditional handicrafts have gradually attracted the attention of young people.
I have found that with the implementation of these plans, my life has become more fulfilling. I started to get more involved in the various activities in the town, and my relationship with the villagers got better and better.
That's when I got a phone call from an old colleague from my previous work in town.
"Li Ming, I heard that you have become a monopoly now, is it true?" the voice on the other end of the phone was surprised.
"Sort of, but I'm now
I don't want to admit that I'm a rich man. I replied with a smile.
"Haha, I heard that you have done a lot of good things in your hometown, I really admire you. I have a proposal here, I don't know if you're interested. The voice of the old colleague was full of excitement.
"What proposal?" I was curious.
"It's about rural tourism, I know that you have beautiful scenery over there, and we can cooperate to develop some characteristic homestays to drive local tourism. He elaborated on his thoughts.
I listened carefully and began to think in my heart. Indeed, the idea has the potential to not only boost the local economy, but also allow more people to appreciate the beauty of the place.
"I think it's a good idea, but I want to preserve the original ecology and culture of the place. "I put forward my own ideas.
"Of course, that's exactly what we wanted. He agreed.
Over the next few months, my old colleagues and some professionals and I began to plan rural tourism projects. We decided to take an eco-friendly approach while preserving and showcasing the local traditional culture.
After the project started, I found myself getting busier and busier. Sometimes I think back to when I bought that old house, and if it wasn't for that decision, maybe my life would have been completely different.
While the project was busy, I didn't forget my original intention. The Culture and Arts Center has officially opened, attracting a lot of children to participate. I often go there and see the children having fun with the music and drawing, and I feel satisfied.
In addition, the revival of traditional handicrafts has also made good progress. We brought in some master craftsmen to teach the skills of local young people. Some excellent works, we even opened a store online, attracting quite a few out-of-town buyers.
Seeing these changes, the old king of the village said to me one day: "Brother Ming, you have really brought a new atmosphere to our town. ”
I smiled and shook my head, "Lao Wang, it's the result of everyone's joint efforts." ”
However, just when everything seems to be going in a good direction, a sudden news disrupts the peaceful life.
My younger brother, Li Qiang, suddenly cried on the phone and told me that his company in the city had suddenly closed down, and that he was not only unemployed, but also saddled with a large amount of debt.
When I heard this, my heart tightened. I know it's a huge blow to him.
"Qiangqiang, don't worry, come home first, and we'll figure it out together. "I try to make my voice sound calm.
A few days later, Li Qiang returned to his hometown. He was much more emaciated than before, and his eyes were full of anxiety and helplessness.
"Brother, I really didn't expect it to come to this point. Li Qiang sat in the living room of my house, his voice trembling a little.
I sat next to him and patted him lightly on the shoulder, "Qiangqiang, it's okay, you're back now, we're a family, we will definitely find a solution." ”
I started thinking about how I could help
Help my brother. I first helped him pay off his debts, which lightened the burden on his heart. Then, I offered to involve him in the rural tourism project.
"Qiangqiang, your experience in the city has been very helpful for our project. How about you help manage our B&B?" I proposed.
Li Qiang seemed a little hesitant, his self-esteem made him reluctant to accept my help.
"Brother, I... I don't want to just—" he stammered.
I looked at him seriously, "Qiangqiang, this is not a handout, I really need your help." Your experience working in the city is invaluable to us. ”
After some persuasion from me, Li Qiang finally agreed. He began to work on rural tourism projects and quickly demonstrated his abilities. His arrival also brought new vitality to the project.
With the passage of time, the rural tourism project is gradually on the right track. Our B&B is attracting more and more tourists because of its unique rural atmosphere and excellent service.
The cultural and arts center and the revival of traditional handicrafts have also achieved remarkable results. I am very pleased to see the positive changes these projects have brought to the town.
In the process, my younger brother Li Qiang has also undergone tremendous changes. He was no longer the one who only knew how to pursue a material life in the city. Life in a small town has made him more down-to-earth and reserved. He began to learn how to communicate Xi with the villagers, understand their needs, and even began to learn some traditional crafts Xi.
"Brother, I didn't find out before, it turns out that this place is so beautiful. One day, Li Qiang was looking at the town in the sunset and said with emotion.
I smiled, "Sometimes, we need to go further to see the initial beauty. ”
Behind all this, I also felt the challenges of life. It takes a lot of time and effort to manage these projects. I feel tired at times, but every time I see things that have changed for the better because of our efforts, all the exhaustion becomes worth it.
I also began to realize that life is not just about the accumulation of money, but more about the connection between people and the contribution to the community. My outlook on life has changed profoundly in the process.
The people in the village also began to see me differently. I am no longer just a person who received a fortune by accident, but someone who truly contributes to the community. My relationship with the villagers has also become closer, and we often meet together to share the joy of life.
Just when everything seemed to be going smoothly, I received a shocking message. The government plans to build a large industrial park near our town. While the project may bring economic development, it may also damage the ecology and culture of the town.
The news caused a lot of attention and discussion in the town. Villagers
They came to me in the hope that I could come forward to coordinate this issue. They are worried that the construction of a large industrial park will destroy the natural environment of the town and affect their peaceful life.
Faced with this challenge, I began to understand the specific planning of the industrial park and communicate with the local government. I wanted to find a solution that would boost the economy while protecting the town's ecology and culture.
In many meetings with government officials, I stressed the importance of preserving the town's character and made some specific recommendations, such as the use of environmentally friendly technologies in the construction of industrial parks and the creation of green belts around the parks.
These talks were not all smooth sailing. Some officials were skeptical of my proposal, believing it would increase the cost of the project. But I stood my ground, and at the same time I had a lot of support from the townspeople.
After a series of efforts, the government finally agreed to some of my proposals. They pledged to incorporate eco-friendly elements into the construction of the industrial park and create green areas around the park to reduce the impact on the town.
While this result wasn't perfect, it was at least a compromise. I felt both a sense of accomplishment and some regrets.
At the same time, I am also thinking about how to continue to develop the culture and traditions of the town in this new environment. I began to plan some cultural activities, such as the celebration of traditional festivals and handicraft markets, hoping to enrich the cultural life of the town.
I also encourage villagers to participate in these activities so that they can become the subject of preserving and passing on the culture. In this way, even if the town's environment changes, its culture and spirit can be continued.
Li Qiang also showed amazing ability in the process. He not only contributes to rural tourism projects, but is also actively involved in the planning and organization of cultural events. I was very pleased to see him gradually becoming more mature and confident.
Time passed quietly, and my town became more vibrant after these changes. Rural tourism projects are attracting more and more tourists, and the town's cultural activities are becoming more and more popular.
However, just when everything seemed to be on track, something went wrong with my body. Due to the long period of busyness and stress, my health began to decline. The doctor warned me that there could be serious consequences if I didn't reduce my workload.
It was a huge blow to me. I have always been fully committed to the construction and development of the town, but now I have to face physical limitations.
With the persuasion of my family and friends, I began to reduce my workload and leave more of the work to Li Qiang and other reliable team members. I began to learn to let go and give others the opportunity to participate and contribute.
While reducing my work load, I also have more time to enjoy life and spend time with my family and friends
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