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My name is Zhang Li, I am 35 years old, and I have been living in Beijing with my wife Xiaofang for 10 years. We also have a lovely daughter, Zhang Xinxin, who is 5 years old this year.
I have always thought that Xiaofang and I are a very loving couple. Xiaofang is beautiful and generous, and her personality is also gentle and considerate. She often cooks my favorite dishes and takes the initiative to bring my slippers as soon as she gets home. My mother-in-law, Zhao Suzhen, is also very good to us, and often comes to see us with souvenirs and plays with Xiao Xinxin. I've always felt like I've found a match made in heaven and a harmonious family.
But the good times didn't last long. One day, I suddenly received a call from my hometown, saying that my mother, Li Mei, had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, and her health was deteriorating, and the rest of her life was not long in coming. When I heard the news, I was very sad. Although I don't get along with my mother very well, after all, she raised me as an adult, and now I am seriously ill in bed, and it is my responsibility to go back to my hometown to take care of her.
I told Xiaofang about my mother's illness and said that I wanted to take her and my daughter back to my hometown to take care of my mother. To be honest, I was surprised by Xiaofang's reaction.
She frowned and said, "What? Go back to your hometown to take care of the old lady? What are you kidding, I don't want to go, there are more important things to do here." "
I couldn't believe it and said, "But my mother is seriously ill and needs to be taken care of, so it's our responsibility, right?"
Xiao Fang rolled her eyes and said impatiently: "The responsibility is all on you, and it has nothing to do with me." If you want to go back, go back by yourself, take your daughter with you, I won't go!"
With that, she shook her hand and went back to the room, leaving me alone in the living room.
I was still surprised to see Xiao Fang's tough and ruthless reaction. I thought she would understand my difficulties and offer to go home with me to take care of my mother. After all, we've been married for so many years, and my family is hers. But now it seems that Xiao Fang has no such meaning at all.
I was very sad that my wife, who I had always thought was considerate, did not care about my family at all. This time, I finally saw her true colors.
When Zhao Suzhen learned the news, she took the initiative to ask me if I wanted her to go to my hometown to help take care of my mother.
"Ali, you are both busy with work, so let me go at this time. Aunt Li is sick in bed and needs someone to take care of her. Don't worry, I'll take care of her. Zhao Suzhen said to me in a very gentle and firm tone.
I was a little surprised for a while, I didn't expect my mother-in-law, who had always been gentle and considerate, to take such an initiative to take care of my sick mother. This was obviously the responsibility of myself and my wife, Xiaofang, but Xiaofang shirked it completely. On the contrary, my mother-in-law, who is not directly related, chose to stand up and help me share this responsibility.
I dropped her off at the station and thanked her again and again. Zhao Suzhen just smiled gently, saying that this was what she should do. Before getting into the car, she told me to go home often to see the elderly and children. I nodded and watched her car go away.
When I got home, I saw Xiaofang walking out the door with a big suitcase. I stopped her and asked her where she was going. Xiao Fang said with a cold face that she would go to a villa in the suburbs with her girlfriend to live for a few days. I knew she was lying, and she must be having a tryst with her secret lover again.
I advised her, "Don't always think about going out to play, you should also care about your family." "
Xiao Fang glanced at me and said impatiently: "What's your business, let me go! "
With that, she pushed me away and left. Looking at her back, I sighed. I'm really slow, after so many years, I still haven't seen through her true colors. A selfish woman who doesn't care about her family and doesn't care about people, I really pity my daughter for having such a mother.
At the same time, Zhao Suzhen, who is far away from home, has begun to take care of my mother wholeheartedly. When I called her to say hello, she always reported to me softly about my mother's condition.
"Auntie had a good appetite today and ate a bowl of meat and rice. The bowel movements are also relatively smooth, and the mental state is good. Zhao Suzhen patiently listed all the details for me.
I can imagine her sitting in front of the bed, gently massaging her mother, and whispering to her if she is uncomfortable. She took such great care of my mother, and I am truly grateful to her.
In this way, under the careful care of Zhao Suzhen, my mother's condition improved to the surprise of the doctors. Not only can she get out of bed and move, but her daily diet and sleep have become regular, and her physical indicators are much better. When I heard the good news, I burst into tears of joy. I know that this is all because of the miracle that Zhao Suzhen gets.
At the same time, my relationship with Xiaofang deteriorated. One day, I came home to find that Xiaofang had emptied her closet and left a farewell letter, saying that she could no longer stand this life and was going to fly away with a man. Seeing this, my heart was half cold. It turned out that Xiaofang had a new love outside for a long time, and now she is finally willing to leave me and the child behind.
When I called Zhao Suzhen to tell me about the incident, she was silent for a while, and then gently advised me: "Ali, don't be too sad. Xiaofang did something wrong, and neither you nor Xinxin should be implicated. Some people are destined to be passers-by in your life, since she chooses to leave, you also have to look away, so that when these people can understand your love, give them more care, let them feel the warmth of home. "
I pulled myself together and worked hard to devote myself to work and take care of my daughter. Usually after work, I will spend more time with Xiao Xinxin, take her to the park to play, and do homework together. I did my best to make her feel fatherly and not to have any emotional deficits due to the loss of her mother.
I would also call home regularly to ask how my mother was doing. Zhao Suzhen always reported to me in detail about her mother's three meals a day and medication to ensure that I kept abreast of her health at all times.
"Auntie ate two bowls of white rice today, and the medicine was taken on time, her physical condition was very good, and her spirit was good, and she chatted with me for a while. "Cho Suzhen is as patient as ever.
"Where, where, that's what I'm supposed to do. Don't worry, I will always take care of Auntie. Zhao Suzhen's voice was full of indescribable tenderness.
I know that my mother's illness has improved to this point today is definitely due to Zhao Suzhen's meticulous care. As a son, I really owe her a big favor.
After some time, with the approval of the doctor, I decided to take my mother and daughter back to live in Beijing. I know they need their families to keep them company. Zhao Suzhen also returned to Beijing together.
I held my mother's hand and kept saying, "Mom, I'm happy to have you." From now on, I will always be by your side and take care of you. ”
"Good boy, Mom knows you will. Mom's warm hand held me back.
At this moment, I truly felt the greatness of mother's love. Because of the arrival of Zhao Suzhen, a miracle happened, and I realized how lucky I was to have this mother who loved me in every way. An indescribable sense of emotion and warmth welled up in my heart.
"Aunt Zhao, come, you can eat more. I've got it all for you. I almost shed tears of emotion.
"Good boy, Auntie knows how good you are. "Zhao Suzhen was also touched by me.
At this moment, I suddenly understood that the company of loved ones and friendship are far more valuable than anything else. If it weren't for Zhao Suzhen's sincere companionship, my mother and I would not have crossed this catastrophe. I would like to thank God for allowing me to meet such a close friend.
After lunch, Xiao Xinxin took Zhao Suzhen's hand and didn't let her go, and insisted that she play with her. I looked at my daughter's innocent smiling face, and my heart was full of warmth that I had not seen for a long time.
At this moment, I suddenly had a feeling of enlightenment. It turns out that the true meaning and happiness in life comes from the company of family and friends. Other fame, fortune and emotions will fade and disappear with time, and only the love of relatives will last forever.
I often thank Zhao Suzhen in my heart for appearing. Thanks to her help and friendship, I was able to rediscover the meaning of my life. Every time I get together as a family, it's a source of happiness for me. That's what life is all about.
In this way, with the company of my mother and Zhao Suzhen, my daughter and I regained warmth in our lives. Peaceful life always passes quickly, and in the blink of an eye, my daughter Zhang Xinxin is 10 years old.
She has a lively and cheerful personality and has excellent grades. Every time I participate in a school event, I will cheer for her on the spot, and I am very proud.
One day, the music teacher suddenly announced that a school concert was going to be held, and Shin Shin was asked to play a piano solo on behalf of the school. The news made Shin Shin very excited, but she was also so nervous that she couldn't sleep.
I gently patted her head and encouraged her: "Baby, you have been practicing for so long, mom and grandma and I will also go to the scene to cheer you on, you will definitely get good grades." Remember, don't let nervousness get in the way, and take it easy to finish your music. ”
"Hmm!" Xinxin regained her confidence and nodded vigorously.
From that day on, Shin Shin began to practice the piano Xi for a long time. Sometimes late at night I pass by her room and I can still hear the sound of her repeated Xi.
Finally, the day of the concert has arrived. I took a day off and arrived at the school venue early. Zhao Suzhen also arrived early, holding flowers and cards prepared for Shin Shin in her hand.
"Auntie, you're here!" Shin Shin saw us and happily ran over to say hello.
"Come on, you can do it. "I cheered her on with Cho Su-jin.
"Thank you Dad, Grandma!" Shin Shin has confidence in her eyes.
Finally, it's time for Shin Shin's solo. She walked onto the stage with a little nervousness, sat down on the piano bench, and took a deep breath.
When her fingers touched the keys, the room fell silent. I clenched my fists and stared intently at my daughter on stage.
At the end of the song, Shin Shin stood up gracefully and saluted. There was a round of applause from the audience. Zhao Suzhen was so excited that she couldn't help but shed tears. I am also very proud of my daughter.
After the concert, Shin Shin ran over and gave me and Zhao Suzhen a big hug.
"Dad, Grandma, I made it!" She couldn't be happier.
"Baby, you're awesome!" I couldn't hold back the tears in my eyes.
"Our little princess has grown up and will have a more exciting life in the future. Zhao Suzhen couldn't stop sighing.
At this moment, I felt the warmth and happiness that I had not felt for a long time. I always remember that when my mother fell ill many years ago, it was Zhao Suzhen's appearance that allowed us to tide over the difficulties and rebuild our home. Now, three generations of us live happily together, all thanks to Zhao Suzhen.
Looking at Shin Shin's happy smiling face, I know that my life will be better in the future. Because, I have these people I care about the most by my side forever. That's what I want to live in a simple and warm way.
Over the years, Zhao Suzhen has been the most important member of our family. She is warm and kind, which makes our little family more harmonious and full of positive energy. I am often grateful to God for allowing me to meet such a close friend.
On the road of life, we will more or less encounter some haze. But as long as you are accompanied by your family and confidants, you will be able to survive all the ups and downs and usher in the sunshine again. Maybe that's the true meaning of life. I'm lucky enough to have it all.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, my daughter Zhang Xinxin has graduated from high school. She was admitted to a major university in Beijing and was ready to live off-campus.
My mother and Zhao Suzhen and I packed our bags for her and prepared to send her to report to the new school.
"Dad, my own stuff is fine, you don't have to bother so much. "Shin Shin was a little embarrassed to see that we were busy.
"Today is a special day in your life, let's do something for you. I smiled and stroked her head.
"Sister, when you get to school, you must pay attention to safety and make more friends with your classmates. Zhao Suzhen also advised.
"Got it, Grandma. I'll take care of myself. Shin Shin happily replied.
"Dad, don't worry, you and grandma, I will take good care of myself. "Shin Shin gave me a big hug.
"My little one is going to start living independently, you must do it. "I hugged her tightly, too.
"My mom lived in this dormitory when she was in school, and I hope you can create good memories with your roommates. Zhao Suzhen looked at the dormitory building and smiled warmly.
"Thank you grandma, I will!" Shin Shin's eyes are firm.
With these advices, we left Shin Shin's new school. Back at home, I looked at her empty room and couldn't help but feel emotional. Our daughter has grown up and she will have her own life and story.
In a blink of an eye, four years of Shin Shin University have passed. She excelled academically and was active in school and had many friends. Every time we meet, she excitedly shares the bits and pieces of the university with us.
Finally, she graduated from college. At the graduation ceremony, Zhao Suzhen and I proudly watched her receive her graduation certificate.
"Congratulations, baby, you've finally achieved your college dream!" I hugged Shin Shin tightly and was excited.
"Mom also graduated here that year, sister, you have fulfilled our wish. Zhao Suzhen's eyes were also full of tears of pride.
"Thank you, Dad, Grandma, I will continue to work hard to become a useful person in society. "Shin Shin is full of confidence.
Shin Shin's graduation from university also means that she is about to start a new journey in life. Cho Suzhen and I felt relieved and reluctant at the same time, but we knew that we had to trust her to pursue our own happiness.
Sure enough, Shin Shin successfully found her dream job after graduation. She worked as a journalist and often had to go out to cover the news.
"Really? Great, baby!" We happily high-fived her.
"He was my college classmate and now works in an investment bank, and he is a very good person. You're going to love him!" Xinxin said with a blushing face.
"Grandma, it's still early!" Xinxin shyly bumped into Zhao Suzhen.
I watched my daughter look happy and was sincerely happy for her. She found the other half of her life, which is what every father looks forward to.
The three of us began to dream about Shin Shin's future, and I began to look forward to the day when I could hold her baby. Watching my daughter happily look forward to her life is a source of great relief and satisfaction. This is the life I want, with a good family and grown children.
In this way, time passed day by day, and my mother grew old. Although Zhao Suzhen has been taking good care of her, after all, she can't escape the wind and frost of the years. My mother's memory began to fade, and her movement became more and more difficult.
One day, my mother suddenly fell at home, and after being taken to the hospital, doctors diagnosed her with a broken hip bone and needed surgery. This news made me very worried, my mother's physical condition could no longer withstand the trauma.
"Doctor, can my mother be so old that she can have this major surgery?" I asked apprehensively.
"Yes, but there are still risks associated with surgery, and you need to be mentally prepared. The doctor said solemnly.
So, on a sunny morning, I accompanied my mother to the bed in the operating room.
"Son, Mom may not be able to survive this operation, so she has to take care of herself and Xinxin. "My mother looked at me with worry in her eyes.
"Mom, you're going to be fine. We're all waiting for you to come out. I held back my tears to comfort her.
"Come, Auntie, take care of yourself. We will all be waiting for you. Zhao Suzhen also held her hand.
I held my mother's hand and was reluctant to let go until the nurse gently led me out. I sat at the door of the operating room, praying for my mother's safety.
Two hours later, the surgery was complete. The doctor told us that my mother's surgery was successful and that she had been sent back to the general ward to recuperate. Zhao Suzhen and I breathed a sigh of relief and hurried to my mother's bedside.
"Mom, if you succeed, you'll be safe!" I held my mother's pale palm, and the tears finally flowed down.
"Auntie, if you get through the difficulties, you will get better in the future!" Zhao Suzhen was also so excited that she couldn't speak.
In the following days, Zhao Suzhen and I took turns to accompany my mother in the hospital. Her body recovered slowly, but she finally got through the dangerous period. I gradually reassured that as long as I took care of my mother's body patiently, I could still maintain my mother's health.
After being discharged from the hospital, Zhao Suzhen and I took turns to take care of my mother's diet and daily life at home. Even when she is old, we still want to give her the most comfortable and decent life.
"Son, it's really hard for you, you come to take care of me every day. Mother gratefully shook my hand.
"Mom, this is what I'm supposed to do. You have raised me for so many years, and this little filial piety is nothing. "My eyes are a little moist.
"Auntie, with us here, you can rest in peace. "Zhao Suzhen also looked at my mother lovingly.
I knew that Zhao Suzhen and I wanted to spend the rest of our mother's life in our care. For me, this is the final reward for my mother as a son of man.
Under the careful care of Zhao Suzhen and me, my mother spent a peaceful old age. Although she has limited mobility, she can see our company and care every day, and her heart feels extremely satisfied and down-to-earth.
"Son, with you here, Mom has no regrets. My mother always said this to me at night before going to bed.
"Mom, I will always remember your nurturing grace and meticulous care. This is my responsibility. I took her hand and whispered.
In the blink of an eye, my mother was 80 years old. Although her health deteriorated, her mind remained clear. Whenever Aunt Zhao and I chatted with her bedside, she could still recall the bits and pieces of my childhood, smiling and sharing them with us.
"Ali loved to eat egg custard when he was a child, and every time I made it for him, he ate it cleanly. "Mother reminisced with us.
"Yes, Auntie, Ali was thin and small when she was a child, and she ate very fragrantly. Aunt Zhao also showed a nostalgic smile.
"Mom, I still love to eat your egg custard. I said with emotion.
We all know that our mother doesn't have much left to live, so we cherish every moment with her even more. During the conversation, we often shed tears of emotion, but there was happiness in our smiles.
“妈!” 我放声大哭,心如刀割。
"Auntie, you must take care! Aunt Zhao also burst into tears.
"Mom, you will live in my heart forever. My son will always love you!" I gently hugged my mother, who was unconscious.
At that moment, my mother, my mother, closed her wise and loving eyes and left this world with a serene smile on her face. I hugged her tightly and cried loudly. Aunt Zhao also crouched beside her mother and whimpered.
Mother has finally come to the end of her life. Although I am extremely sad and reluctant, I also feel relieved and relieved. Because she spent a dignified old age in our company, her life was complete and without regrets. This is my greatest gratification as her family.
We had a simple but solemn funeral for my mother, who lay peacefully in the coffin with a serene smile on her face, as if she had fallen asleep.
"Mom, you've worked hard all your life, and now you can rest in peace. I will always miss you. "I was silent beside my mother for a long time, saying goodbye to her.
"Auntie, thank you for your nurturing grace over the years. We will always remember your kindness. Aunt Zhao also prayed silently with tears in her eyes.
The day I saw off my mother was a sunny day. I stood in the cemetery for a long time, staring at my mother's tombstone in a daze. At this time, Aunt Zhao gently took my hand and comforted me gently:
"Ali, you have to mourn and change. Auntie has gone to a good place and will always watch over us. Come, let's go home. ”
I nodded, wiped away my tears, and pulled myself together. Yes, I want to live, live better, and live up to my mother's expectations of me. That's the final reward for her.