In the countryside, I observed a fascinating phenomenon.
Many rural residents of the older generation, after a lifetime of hard work, eventually put all their efforts into buying real estate in the city, creating superior living conditions for their children. What is striking is that these elderly people have chosen to stay in the countryside and live in old but simple and self-sufficient houses. This scene, which contrasts with the city's luxury properties, is both heartwarming and poignant.
My neighbor is a vivid illustration of this story. They put all their savings into a home in the county seat, however, after their son got married, they chose to retire to the countryside and live a simple and self-sufficient life. Last year, with the construction of the high-speed railway, houses on the edge of the village needed to be demolished. In dealing with related matters, I found that my neighbors and my family had to face this reality. Each household received a compensation of 300,000 yuan or 400,000 yuan, and at the same time re-allocated a piece of homestead.
The story covers a rich emotional and complex background, which not only expresses respect and gratitude for the older generation, but also reflects the helplessness and acceptance of the development of modern society. It not only shows the huge gap between rural and urban areas, but also reflects the blending of tradition and modernity, which provokes me to think deeply about life, family and the future.
