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My name is Li Sisi, 28 years old, married for 3 years, gave birth to a pair of dragon and phoenix fetuses, son Xiaoming and daughter Xiaohong, now 3 years old. My husband Wang Qiang is self-employed, and we are living a decent life. My husband's mother, Liu Suzhen, is 65 years old this year, she lives alone, and we often take our children to see her. She was very nice to our family and the kids loved grandma too.
But the last few times I visited my grandmother, I noticed that something was wrong with her. She used to smile all the time, but now she always hides in her room and doesn't come out, doesn't laugh with us, and her face is very bad. I guess she must have something on her mind.
On the weekend, our family plans to go to the park to play. In the morning, when I dressed the child, Xiaohong kept asking, "Are we going to see grandma?"
I smiled and said, "Well, let's pick up grandma first, and then we go to the park together." We were able to eat the delicious dumplings made by grandma before going to the park!"
Xiaohong said happily: "Yes, I like grandma's dumplings the most!
Getting in the car, I said to my husband, "Your mother has been a little wrong lately, she seems to be preoccupied, we need to care more about her." ”
Wang Qiang nodded and said, "I found out too, I called her to ask her, and she only said it was okay." Let's ask her when we go. ”
When we arrived at Liu Suzhen's house, she didn't come out to greet us with a smile as usual, but I went in and called her a few times, and she came out slowly.
"Mom, we're here to pick you up and take you to the park!" I said enthusiastically.
Liu Suzhen just smiled reluctantly and said, "Go ahead, I'm not going, I'm old and can't keep up with the rhythm of you young people." ”
I was surprised and said, "Mom, what are you talking about, you are still strong, of course you can play with us!"
Xiaohong ran over and took Liu Suzhen's hand and said, "Grandma, you must go with us, otherwise it won't be interesting without you!"
Liu Suzhen still shook her head, I saw that she was obviously hiding something, so I walked over and asked with concern: "Mom, is there something wrong with you?
Hearing Liu Suzhen's words, I felt as if I had been struck by lightning, and I instantly panicked and hurriedly said: "Mom, what are you talking about? Why do you suddenly want to go to a nursing home? Can't we live with you at home?"
Liu Suzhen shook her head and said, "My good daughter-in-law, that's not what I mean. My stay in your house will take up space and increase your burden. It's fine for me to be alone, you don't have to take care of me every day. ”
"Mom, I won't!" I said eagerly, "You live with us as a family, how can it take up space? The children love grandma the most, and they will be sad without you." We are reluctant for you to live alone, and we want to accompany you every day. ”
"Yes, grandma!" Xiaohong also ran over and said, "You are our dearest person, we are super super reluctant to you!"
Even Wang Qiang, who was not very expressive, followed at this time and said: "Mom, you live in our house, the environment of the nursing home is not better than ours, and the doctor is not more thoughtful than me to take care of you." Think again!"
Seeing her resolute attitude, I was so anxious that no matter how much I persuaded my intuition, it would be useless. So I changed my approach and said softly, "Mom, since you want to go to a nursing home, we also respect your choice." But before we make a decision, let's spend a little more time with each other, and you can see what we have lacking and we will correct it. Give us a chance, okay?"
Liu Suzhen was still hesitating, so I hurriedly continued: "By the way, our family hasn't had a good dinner today! Mom, the dumplings you made are the favorite among the children, and I haven't eaten them for a long time." Let's make dumplings together, chat while wrapping, and we can also discuss your wish to go to a nursing home. Do you think it's okay?"
Liu Suzhen finally had a smile on her face, nodded and said, "Okay, then let's make dumplings together." ”
The dumplings were quickly wrapped, and our family happily sat down at the dining table to eat. I sandwiched a pie and sent it to Liu Suzhen's mouth, and said with a smile: "Mom, the new recipe I just learned, the filling adds some shrimp, it's very umami, right?"
Liu Suzhen took a bite, squinted her eyes and said, "Well, it's delicious! ”
I said happily, "That's because mom taught me well, and my cooking skills depend on you." ”
Xiao Ming said while eating: "Grandma, the dumplings you make are the best in the world! I can eat ten!"
"I'm going to eat ten too!" Xiaohong echoed, "Grandma, you must come to our house often to make dumplings!"
Looking at the innocent smiling faces of the children, Liu Suzhen's eyes also showed a look of relief. At this time, Wang Qiang put down his chopsticks and said to Liu Suzhen: "Mom, I can understand your idea of wanting to go to a nursing home, but we are really very reluctant for you to leave us." Please think twice about this decision and give us a little more time with you, okay?"
Liu Suzhen sighed and said, "I know your intentions, and I am also very moved. But I really don't want to delay you, I can live well alone. ”
Wang Qiang was anxious and anxious, stood up and said, "Mom, you listen to me." I know it's probably because we don't take care of it that you're thinking about it. But give us a chance to make it right! Today we will take you to our house, I will talk with you every day, and I will definitely take you out on the weekend. You should recuperate at our house, okay?"
I also quickly chimed in and said, "Yes, yes, Mom, you can come and live in our house!" I cook your favorite dishes every day, and I can also teach you to watch TV and surf the Internet, and your life will definitely be enriched. ”
"You won't delay us!" I said anxiously, "You are our family, we are happy to spend time with our family, and this is what we should do!"
"Grandma, you must live in our house!" Xiaohong also said.
In this way, we patiently comforted Liu Suzhen, and finally after dinner, Liu Suzhen nodded and said, "Okay, I'll stay at your house for a while to see if I can Xi get used to it." ”
I was very relieved to see Liu Suzhen settle down. Although she was still hesitant, at least let her live in our house first, which was very important to convince her to give up the idea of going to a nursing home. Next, we must unite as a family and let Liu Suzhen feel our love, so that she can truly come out of loneliness and stay with us.
On this day, our family is ready to take Liu Suzhen to the mountains and wilderness in the suburbs. Although she agreed to stay in our house for a while, I always felt that her heart was still hanging, as if she might choose to leave at any time. So I decided to make her feel at home again.
We got up early in the morning to get ready for breakfast. Last night, I specially made Su Zhen's favorite poached eggs, fried dough sticks, porridge, etc., and set a table full of breakfast to wait for her to get up. I woke up the children who were still asleep: "Baby, get up and eat grandma's favorite breakfast!"
"Really? Are there poached eggs?" Little Red jumped out of bed, her eyes lit up.
"Then I want two fritters!" Xiao Ming also jumped up.
In this way, under the call, Liu Suzhen also woke up slowly. Seeing the table full of breakfast, she said in surprise: "Eh, you don't have to be so troublesome, I usually eat very simply." ”
"Mom, this is what we should do, you can enjoy it!" I smiled and handed her the poached egg.
After eating breakfast in laughter, the family was ready to leave for the suburbs. I checked my backpack before getting on the bus and made sure I had the essentials like picnic mats, water, food, etc., before we set off.
When I was in the countryside, the fresh air and green scenery made me feel very relaxed. The children were playing on the grass, and Liu Suzhen was sitting on the picnic mat, with a long-lost smile on her face.
"Mom, isn't it beautiful?" I laughed.
"yes, the air is fresh and the sun is shining, and it reminds me of a lake I used to go to with your dad when I was younger. Liu Suzhen squinted her eyes and recalled.
"And how about we go to the lake you mentioned next time?" I excitedly said, "I haven't heard you tell you stories about your youth, it must be romantic, right?"
"Haha, no, it's just a sweet past of an ordinary young couple. Liu Suzhen smiled shyly.
I feel like she's starting to open up, which is very important in bringing us closer.
"Grandma, we had so much fun!" At this time, the children ran over with happiness on their faces.
"Let's have lunch, I made your favorite egg fried rice. I took the food box out.
"Great, I'm hungry!" Liu Suzhen said with a smile.
I was also very relieved to see her so happy. On this day, we had a warm and beautiful day. I believe that patience and love will eventually move Liu Suzhen, so that she will no longer be lonely and live a wonderful old age with us.
The day flew by, and in the blink of an eye, the sun was setting, and we were ready to pack our things and go home.
"Grandma, I had so much fun today!" Xiaohong cleaned up the mat and said, "When are we coming back?"
"We'll come when the weather is good. Liu Suzhen said with a smile.
"Great!" Xiao Ming cheered, "I'm already looking forward to the next time!"
I looked at my watch and said, "It's getting late, let's pack up our things and go home, I've prepared your favorite braised pork, waiting for us to go home and start." ”
"Okay!" Liu Suzhen said happily.
I breathed a sigh of relief in my heart, and I felt that Liu Suzhen was in a very good mood today, which was a great encouragement to us.
"Because I did it the way you did. I said happily, "I recorded it in a small book when you taught me before, and I have wanted to try it for a long time, and today I finally have the opportunity!"
"You kid, you have such a careful mind. Liu Suzhen said with a smile.
After dinner, the children went to bathe and change clothes. Liu Suzhen and I cleaned up the dining table and sat in the living room watching TV.
"Mom, did you have fun today?" I asked with concern.
"I'm so happy, thank you family. Liu Suzhen said.
"That's good. I hesitated, but plucked up the courage to say, "Mom, I know you're still Xi to living alone, but we really really want to be with you." Give us some time to settle into life here, and I'm sure you'll love staying with us. ”
"Great, Mom!" I happily shook her hand, "We'll make you feel at home." Trust me!"
"Okay, I'll think about it again. Liu Suzhen nodded and said.
From that day on, we took care of Liu Suzhen's daily life, took her around, and chatted with her. Gradually, the gloom on her face began to dissipate, and the smile grew.
I believe that given some time, Liu Suzhen will definitely like this place and continue to live with us. Because, with love around you, life is complete.
As the days passed, Liu Suzhen has been living in our house for a month. Over the past month, I have been keeping an eye on her and doing my best to integrate her into our lives. I found that she was indeed in a much better mood than when she first arrived, and she often had a faint smile on her face.
After discussing with Wang Qiang, I decided to surprise her again, hoping to make her completely dismiss the idea of going to a nursing home.
So, one Saturday morning, our family suddenly called Liu Suzhen to the courtyard, mysterious.
"What's the matter, don't scare me. Liu Suzhen said with a smile.
"Grandma, look, we've got a gift for you!" Xiaohong took Liu Suzhen's wrist and took her to a corner of the courtyard.
I saw a delicate garden chair and a small coffee table placed there.
"Mom, this is a relaxing corner specially set up for you, where you can bask in the sun, drink tea, and read a book, which is very comfortable. I said with a smile.
Liu Suzhen was pleasantly surprised to play with the small coffee table, so moved that she couldn't speak.
"Do you like it?" Wang Qiang asked eagerly.
"I like it, I like it very much!" Liu Suzhen had tears in her eyes, "You are really filial, you think so thoughtfully." ”
"It's just what we're supposed to do. I stepped forward and sat down on the garden chair with Liu Suzhen, "You can enjoy your time here leisurely in the future." ”
"Thank you, I'm really happy. Liu Suzhen smiled.
Seeing her so grateful, we all let go of our hearts that had been hanging.
Since then, Liu Suzhen has often sat on a garden chair to read books, drink tea, and enjoy the afternoon breeze. Sometimes the children would come running to talk to her or tell her stories.
One day, I was about to call Liu Suzhen to dinner, and I saw her sitting quietly on a garden chair in a daze.
"Mom, what are you thinking? It's time to eat. I said with a smile.
"It's nothing, I just thought that your family is too good to me, and I am really content with an old man. Liu Suzhen said with emotion.
I walked over and shook her hand: "You are our family, this is what we should do." There will be more happy days waiting for us to spend together in the future. ”
"Well, I'm looking forward to that, too. Liu Suzhen's eyes twinkled.
I know that at this moment, she finally truly accepted this place and accepted the life of spending the Chinese New Year with us.
Since that day, Liu Suzhen's face has been filled with a happy smile. She became more active and often took the initiative to talk and laugh with us.
We also let go of our worries because we kept our most important family members. This also makes me firmly believe that the power of family affection can warm every lonely heart and bring infinite hope to life.