A training accident 17 years ago completely changed Tang Miao's fate.
At that moment, not only did he suffer a devastating blow to his spine, but his entire life was also pushed onto an unknown trajectory.
In the face of sudden changes, his family also became fragmented: his mother remarried, his wife left, and he was left to live with his father, who suffered from heart disease.
However, just when life seems to descend into endless darkness, the arrival of a new life reignites the light of his world.
In 2017, with the help of test-tube technology, Tang Miao welcomed his daughter, Tang Zhenzhen.
This little life not only brought him endless laughter and warmth, but also allowed him to rediscover the direction and motivation of life.
Tang Zhenzhen's birth seems to herald a new beginning, but it also brings new challenges and responsibilities.
1. Tang Miao's serious injuries and their consequences
2007 was a significant year for Tang Miao.
On that ordinary training day, the sun shone in through the high windows of the gymnasium, creating an energetic atmosphere.
Tang Miao wore his training clothes and devoted himself to volleyball training.
His teammates are running and passing the ball on the field, and every movement shows their love for the sport.
However, fate often changes inadvertently.
During a difficult maneuver attempt, Tang Miao lost her balance and slammed her head into the hard floor.
There was an exclamation in the gymnasium, and teammates and coaches hurriedly surrounded them.
Tang Miao lay on the ground, unable to move, his eyes revealing uneasiness and pain.
The ambulance soon arrived at the scene, and the paramedics quickly lifted Tang Miao onto a stretcher and carefully put him into the ambulance.
On the way to the hospital, Tang Miao's condition worries everyone.
Upon arrival at the hospital, the doctor immediately conducted a comprehensive examination and diagnosis of him.
After a series of examinations, the doctor's expression was heavy.
They told Tang Miao that his spinal cord had been severely damaged due to the impact of his head hitting the ground, and he lost sensation from the chest and abdomen down.
The doctor's words were full of professional caution, but for Tang Miao, it almost meant the end of his athletic career.
Tang Miao was lying on the hospital bed, and the voices of the outside world seemed to be far away.
Doctors and nurses were busy, administering various treatments and care to him.
His teammates came to visit the hospital one after another, their eyes full of worry and reluctance.
The atmosphere in the hospital was heavy, and everyone's hearts were filled with uncertainty about Tang Miao's future.
In the face of such a sudden change, Tang Miao's family and friends have shown great care and support.
They took turns to accompany Tang Miao, cheering him on and giving him moral support.
Tang Miao's parents had tears in their eyes, and their hands held their daughter's hand tightly, silently conveying love and courage.
After the initial treatment, the doctor recommended that Tang Miao be transferred to Beijing for more professional treatment.
At the end of that year, Tang Miao took a train to Beijing.
The train slowly drove out of the station, and the scenery outside the window flashed in front of Tang Miao's eyes, and his heart was complex and profound.
2. Treatment and challenges in Beijing
After being sent to Beijing Renai Hospital, Tang Miao's treatment entered a new stage.
The environment of the hospital is clean and tidy, the equipment is advanced, and the professionalism and meticulous care of the medical staff have brought him some comfort.
However, facing an arduous recovery process and an uncertain future.
Every day, Tang Miao undergoes a series of rehabilitation training under the guidance of medical staff.
He was housed in a specially made hospital bed, surrounded by various medical equipment.
Doctors often came to his ward to check on his condition and adjust his treatment plan.
Using a variety of devices and techniques, they tried to activate Tang Miao's damaged nerves and muscles to help him regain some basic bodily functions.
In the process, the doctors found Tang Miao's old injuries.
They compared his early medical records and concluded that the previous cervical spine injury had not fully recovered, and that long-term high-intensity training had ultimately led to this serious injury.
This discovery made Tang Miao's treatment plan need to be readjusted, and it also meant that his recovery became more difficult.
Despite this, Tang Miao did not give up.
He insisted on doing rehabilitation every day, and even though the progress was slow, he never had the idea of giving up.
With the help of the medical staff, Tang Miao began to try to sit up, and although it was very difficult at first, he was gradually able to sit on the edge of the bed for a while.
As the treatment progressed, Tang Miao's condition did improve, but the doctors told him that due to the severity of the injury, he would most likely not be able to return to his previous state.
This meant that he could not return to the volleyball court he loved.
This news was a huge blow to Tang Miao, but he still remained strong.
Tang Miao's family, friends and former teammates often visit him in the hospital to give him support and encouragement.
They sat on the edge of the hospital bed, talking to him, reminiscing about the days of the past and talking about the possibilities of the future.
Although these conversations were full of uncertainty and challenges, they also gave Tang Miao strength and hope.
3. The trials and supports of family life
Tang Miao's injury was not only a major blow to him personally, but also had a huge impact on his newly entered married life.
He had just entered the marriage hall with Zhou Suhong, and suddenly faced the dual challenges of physical limits and uncertainty in the future.
On the hospital bed, Tang Miao's interaction with Zhou Suhong is full of the trivialities and daily details of life.
Zhou Suhong accompanied Tang Miao in the hospital and helped him with daily nursing and rehabilitation training.
Her figure appeared at the door of Tang Miao's ward almost every day, and her company became a kind of spiritual comfort for Tang Miao in the hospital.
However, Tang Miao knew that her condition had a huge impact on Zhou Suhong's life.
They were supposed to plan their future together and enjoy the sweet moments of their newlywed life, but the reality was so cruel.
In this case, Tang Miao has filed for divorce from Zhou Suhong many times. He didn't want his situation to become a burden that dragged Zhou Suhong down.
But whenever Tang Miao made this proposal, Zhou Suhong always resolutely refused.
She insisted on being by Tang Miao's side, whether it was in the corridor of the hospital or in the quiet night of the ward.
Zhou Suhong's insistence is not only a commitment to marriage, but also a commitment to love.
Tang Miao's recovery is not progressing well. Although Zhou Suhong has always taken care of him, the lives of the two increasingly revolve around treatment and recovery.
Their conversations often revolve around Tang Miao's physical condition, future treatment plans, and various life adjustments.
In the past five years, Zhou Suhong's life has almost completely revolved around Tang Miao.
She gave up a lot of personal time and space and devoted all her energy to taking care of Tang Miao.
She helped Tang Miao move in a wheelchair, assisted him in various rehabilitation exercises, and even read and chatted for him in the ward, trying to make his life less monotonous.
However, despite Zhou Suhong's great efforts, Tang Miao's physical condition did not improve significantly.
Faced with such a reality, Tang Miao's inner struggle and pain became more and more intense.
He began to raise the idea of divorce more frequently, thinking that this would release Zhou Suhong and give her a chance to start over.
Eventually, after a long period of thinking and discussion, the two reached a difficult decision.
If Tang Miao's condition does not improve after five years, they will consider divorce.
This decision is a huge test for both of them, but it also reflects their acceptance of reality and their deep concern for each other.
Five years passed quietly, and because Tang Miao's health did not improve, the two had to choose to separate.
Fourth, a new life and challenges
In 2017, despite the challenges of life, Tang Miao still cherished hope for the future.
During this year, with the help of IVF technology, he ushered in a new beginning in his life - becoming a father.
He named his child Tang Zhenzhen, which is not only a title for him, but also an expectation for the future and a love for life.
After the birth of the child, the focus of Tang Miao's life changed.
Although his own physical condition is still limited, he tries his best to make more efforts in his role as a father.
He often placed a small cradle next to the hospital bed, in which Tang Zhenzhen, who was still in swaddling clothes, lay down.
Although she couldn't pick up the child herself, Tang Miao always got as close to him as possible, spoke to him softly, and looked at this newborn life with warm eyes.
Tang Miao's family environment has also undergone some changes.
His mother chose to leave and remarry, while his father was in poor health due to a heart attack.
In such a family environment, Tang Miao and his father depend on each other.
Although their lives are simple, each other's companionship has become mutual support.
Faced with such a living situation, Tang Miao realized that he needed a partner, someone who could share the burden of life.
So, he decided to try his hand at asking for a marriage through social media.
He posted a marriage message on his personal social media account, hoping to find someone who is willing to face life challenges with him.
Tang Miao honestly described her situation in her marriage message: a former athlete who was paralyzed in the lower half of his body due to a training injury, and is now a single father, hoping to find a partner who is willing to face life's challenges together.
His message was simple and direct, without beguising his situation or exaggerating reality.
However, the process of marriage was not as smooth as Tang Miao expected.
While many people have been touched by his story and circumstances, not many are willing to learn more and take on such responsibilities.
Some responses were full of sympathy, others curious, but few were really willing to step into his life.
Despite such challenges, Tang Miao did not give up.
He still insists on updating his life on social media and sharing his daily life with his daughter.
His posts often feature photos of children smiling in the cradle or asleep at their father's bedside.
Fifth, the spirit of perseverance
Tang Miao's life story, despite being full of misfortunes and challenges, has become a source of inspiration for many people.
As an athlete who used to gallop on the volleyball court, his life changed dramatically in an instant.
But even so, Tang Miao did not give up, but chose to continue his life journey in a new way.
Tang Miao's daily life revolves around the management of her physical condition and the care of her daughter Tang Zhenzhen.
His daily life is simple, but it is also full of small challenges.
He learned how to move independently in a wheelchair and how to use specially made tools to complete some basic life tasks.
Even though every move required more effort than ordinary people, he never complained.
Tang Miao's story spread through social media and touched the hearts of countless netizens.
They were touched by Tang Miao's strength and inspired by his indomitable spirit in the face of adversity.
Many people left messages under his post to express their admiration and support for him.
His experience became an inspiration to those facing difficulties and challenges.
Although Tang Miao's life was surrounded by difficulties and challenges, he did not give up his pursuit of happiness.
In the process of caring for his daughter, he found a new meaning in life.
He tried his best to teach his daughter the little things in life, and although he couldn't demonstrate it himself, he always used words and gestures to guide Tang Zhenzhen.
They read books together, listen to music together, and although they can't go out hiking like other families, their rooms are full of warmth and laughter.
Tang Miao also often invites his old teammates and friends to his home.
Together, they reminisce about their past on the pitch and share each other's current state of life.
The visit of these friends brought a lot of joy and warmth to Tang Miao's life.
[1] Wang Dazhao.A brave proposal to break up, a painful acceptance of reality -- Zhou Suhong and Tang Miao, another way to love each other[J].Global People,2012(15):74-75