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On this hot summer day, I, Lin Xiaohui, stood in the kitchen cutting watermelon, sweat dripping down my forehead. I am a full-time wife, and my life is uneventful, until today, my mother-in-law suddenly proposed that I have a second child.
"Xiaohui, you see, our family is three years old, it's time to add him a companion. The mother-in-law said in the living room, her voice gentle but with a firmness that could not be refused.
I stopped what I was doing, and I felt a little uncomfortable. Her husband, Li Hao, was watching TV on the sidelines and didn't seem interested in the topic. Li Hao and I have been married for five years, he is a middle-level manager of a foreign company, and he is busy with work and often works overtime. Our marriage, like this home, is calm and boring.
"Mom, you know, our current financial situation...", I tried to explain, but was interrupted by my mother-in-law.
"What's wrong with the economic situation? Haohao works so well, didn't you buy a car and a house, and live a very prosperous life? The mother-in-law said as she picked up the remote control to change the channel.
I smiled bitterly in my heart. Yes, to outsiders, our lives seem to be very happy. But what they didn't know was that the loan for the car and the house was overwhelming us. Every month, my living expenses are only 1,500 yuan, and I have to buy watermelon for 17 yuan.
"Mom, I'm not in good health right now, the doctor said..."I was about to say something more, but was interrupted by the doorbell.
Outside the door, it was my best friend Xiaojing. She is a straightforward girl, a public relations manager in a private company, and often brings me small blessings in life.
"Xiaohui, I'm here! I brought you new skin care products, they're super useful!" Xiao Jing took out a bag of things as soon as she entered the door.
The mother-in-law's gaze shifted from the TV to Xiao Jing, "Oh, Xiao Jing is here, Xiaohui, go make tea." ”
I put down the watermelon and walked to the kitchen, thinking to myself how I could make my mother-in-law understand my situation.
At dinner, several relatives came to the house. Mother-in-law's sister, Aunt Li, her husband and their children. Aunt Li is a typical housewife, she always talks about family trivialities.
"Xiaohui, I heard your mother-in-law say that you are ready to have a second child, what a good thing!" Aunt Li said with a smile while picking up vegetables.
I smiled awkwardly, not knowing how to respond. The husband Li Hao next to him was still silent, just bowing his head and eating.
The atmosphere at the dinner table gradually became awkward. Xiao Jing saw that I was uncomfortable, so she changed the subject, "Auntie, your family."
Gardening is really good, this trip to Japan, I saw their garden design, it was simply beautiful. Xiao Jing deliberately diverted the topic in an attempt to ease the atmosphere.
Aunt Li immediately picked up, "Oh, yes, I also like gardening." Who is the one in our community, I just got a small garden some time ago, and I feel relaxed when I look at it. ”
As soon as the topic changed, everyone's attention was turned to gardening and tourism. The atmosphere at the dinner table finally eased a bit. I ate in silence, but my mind was still a mess.
After the meal, the men in the living room began to play cards, while the women sat on the sofa and chatted. I took the opportunity to take Xiao Jing to the kitchen.
"Xiaohui, what's wrong with you? Xiao Jing asked with concern.
I sighed, "It's my mother-in-law who wants me to have a second child, and I really don't know what to do." ”
Xiao Jing frowned, "What about yourself? Do you want a second child?"
I shook my head, "The financial pressure is already high, and I don't want to go around my kids all day, I want to have my own time and space." ”
"Then stick to your own ideas. After all, it's your life, and no one else has the right to make decisions for you. Xiao Jing said firmly.
I nodded, grateful for Jing's support.
At night, when I was lying in bed, Li Hao finally spoke. "Xiaohui, I know you don't want a second child, and I understand. But my mom always talked about it, and I was very embarrassed. ”
I turned around and looked at him, "What about you? Do you want a second child?"
Li Hao was silent for a while, "To be honest, I'm not ready. But I don't want to upset my mom because of this. ”
I sighed, "It's not a matter of making people happy, it's our life, and we take responsibility for our choices." ”
Li Hao didn't speak again, turned around, and the room fell silent.
The next day, I decided to consult a counselor. I wanted to be clear about my thoughts and hoped to find a way to deal with this kind of family conflict.
The counselor was a mild, middle-aged lady who listened carefully to my current situation.
"Miss Lin, you need to understand that everyone's values and lifestyles are different. You have the right to live your life the way you want it. When facing family pressures, you can try to communicate your thoughts and feelings with your family. The counselor advised.
When I got home, I decided to have a good talk with my mother-in-law. I found the right moment to sit across from my mother-in-law.
"Mom, I have something to say about having a second child. "I mustered up the courage to start expressing my thoughts.
The mother-in-law listened, and the expression on her face changed from surprise to contemplation. She was silent
After a while, he slowly spoke: "Xiaohui, I know that you young people have your own ideas. But in our time, family and children were the center of gravity in life. I'm just worried that Dabao will be lonely in the future and will not have his siblings by his side. ”
I understand my mother-in-law's concerns, but I also need to stand my ground. "Mom, I know you're doing it for Dabao's good, but the current educational environment is different from your time. We want to give Dabao the best education and care, and if we have a second child now, I am worried that it will distract us from our attention and resources to Dabao. ”
The mother-in-law was silent for a moment, then nodded. "I can understand your consideration, but you also need to consider the old man's feelings. We always want our house to be lively. ”
I was moved by the fact that although my mother-in-law had her own insistence, she was also willing to listen to my thoughts. I gently held my mother-in-law's hand, "Mom, I will spend more time with you and Dad, and we will also let Dabao play with the children of relatives." You don't have to have a lot of kids in the house to be lively. ”
My mother-in-law looked at me with a hint of relief in her eyes. We looked at each other and smiled, and at that moment, I felt that the atmosphere of the family became more warm and harmonious.
In the next few days, I started to be more actively involved in the community and encouraged Dabao to make more friends. We invited a few of the neighbors' children to come and play, and the house suddenly became lively. When the mother-in-law saw this scene, a satisfied smile appeared on her face.
At the same time, I also started to rethink my career plan. As a stay-at-home wife, I have a lot of free time. I started thinking about opening an online craft store and using my craft to make some extra money. I discussed this plan with Xiao Jing, and she was very supportive.
"Xiaohui, I think you can give it a try. Your handiwork is really exquisite, and I'm sure many people will enjoy it. Xiao Jing encouraged me.
With Jing's help, I started learning how to run an online store online Xi and started making some handicrafts. Although it was a bit of a scramble at first, slowly, I began to find the feeling.
After a few weeks of hard work, my little shop finally opened. I put my handicrafts online and didn't expect to get my first order very quickly. I was so excited that I almost jumped, it was the first thing I did on my own, and it meant a lot.
Li Hao saw the changes in me and began to support me. "Xiaohui, what you're doing is really great. I also want to do you a little favor, I can help you pack and mail it on the weekend. ”
I looked at him gratefully, "Thank you, Li Hao." With your support, I feel like everything is possible. ”
As time went on, my little shop became more and more prosperous. I don't just earn
Some money and a lot of like-minded friends. Some of these friends are handicraft enthusiasts, and some are small entrepreneurs. We exchanged experiences with each other, supported each other, and became an integral part of each other's lives.
In the process, I found myself not only becoming more financially independent, but also more positive and confident in mindset. I began to encourage stay-at-home mothers around me, telling them that they can have their own careers and pursuits even if they are taking care of their children at home.
Gradually, my little shop began to gain some fame. One day, I was contacted by a local craft market organizer and invited me to their event. I excitedly agreed. It's a great opportunity to showcase your work and meet more of your peers.
On the day of the market, I took my carefully crafted handicrafts to the event. Looking at the dazzling array of stalls, my heart was full of anticipation and nervousness. When people started to show interest in my work, and even people came up to ask about how to make it and where to buy it, I felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment.
On that day, I not only sold a lot of handicrafts, but also met many handicraft enthusiasts and potential customers. When I got home, I excitedly shared the experience of this day with Li Hao and my mother-in-law. They were all happy for me.
My mother-in-law looked at me with a gleam of relief in her eyes. "Xiaohui, I really admire you now. Not only are you a good wife and mother, but you have also become a capable strong woman. ”
Li Hao also smiled and said, "Yes, Xiaohui, I'm starting to be a little jealous of you now." His words were full of love and pride.
I looked at them gratefully, "I couldn't have done this without your support." We are a team, we are family. ”
As time went on, my little shop got bigger and bigger. I started asking for help and scaled up production. My life has become more fulfilling and colorful as a result.
One day, I received a special order. At the annual meeting of a large enterprise, they wanted me to customize a batch of handmade gifts for them. This is an unprecedented challenge, but also a huge opportunity. I excitedly took the order and started to dive into the busy production.
In the process, I realized the importance of teamwork. I worked hard with my team members and finally completed the high-quality order on time. The person in charge of the enterprise is very satisfied with our products and even expressed hope to continue cooperation in the future.
Through this experience, I not only made more money than ever before, but also gained valuable experience. I'm starting to realize that nothing is impossible as long as I work hard.
In addition, my social circle is constantly expanding. I started participating in more crafts and entrepreneurship-related activities, and I met more friends and partners. My life is getting more and more
Colorful, I began to feel satisfaction and happiness like never before.
In the process, I gradually began to realize that it is very important to balance family and work. I try to organize my time to make sure I can focus on my small shop without neglecting my family. I started to take Dabao to participate in my handicraft production, so that he could experience the fun of handicraft, and at the same time teach him some simple handicraft skills. This not only enhanced the relationship between our mother and son, but also allowed Dabao to learn to cherish and create beauty.
As time went on, my little shop started to get media attention. I was interviewed by several local magazines and websites about my transformation as a stay-at-home mom turned craft entrepreneur. These reports have brought more attention and customers to my small store. I feel very honored and at the same time aware of my responsibility and impact.
In the process, I also started to think about how to share my experience with more people. I started sharing my entrepreneurial story on social media, offering tips and experience in handicraft making. I've received a lot of comments from fans who have inspired my story and some have started to try their own craft entrepreneurship.
One day, I was contacted by the community center asking me to hold a handicraft making workshop to teach local residents how to make simple handicrafts. I gladly accepted the invitation and began to prepare teaching materials and sample work. On the day of the workshop, I saw many enthusiastic faces, who were full of interest and curiosity in handicraft making. I patiently taught them and I felt great joy and satisfaction when I saw them make their own creations.
Through this event, I met more friends and received praise from the community. I've come to realize that it's very rewarding to share my knowledge and experience and help others bring their ideas to life.
As the business continued to expand, I started thinking about expanding my team. I recruited a few moms who are passionate about crafts to work together to make more crafts. Together, we share skills and Xi from each other, which not only increases productivity, but also creates a supportive and encouraging work environment.
Over the years, my small shop has not only become my business, but also a platform where I can realize my self-worth, help others, and live in harmony with my family. I am grateful for every challenge and opportunity along the way, and I am even more grateful for the support and encouragement of my family, friends and clients.
I sat in my studio at home and looked around with gratitude and contentment. From an uncertain stay-at-home wife to a successful entrepreneur, I've been on an extraordinary journey. I know that there are many challenges ahead of me, but I am confident that I will face them. Because I know that as long as there are dreams and hard work, each
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