On the county road leading from Guilin Guanyang to Hunan Dao County, I came across a small roadside shop, which seemed to be a call of fate. On that day, the cold winter wind blew and made it almost impossible for people to move forward. However, when that familiar aroma wafted into the tip of the nose, all the tiredness and coldness dissipated in an instant.
The small shop looks simple, but it exudes simplicity and enthusiasm. A bowl full of noodles only needs 7 pieces, which is full of delicious ingredients. Every bite is a testament to the restaurant's love for food and respect for its guests. In the cold winter, this bowl of noodles seems to be a warm current, from the mouth to the bottom of the heart.
Inside the store, the charcoal brazier was blazing, and I shared an old quilt with two local villagers to keep warm. The flames jumped, illuminating everyone's faces and warming each other's hearts. Although there are some barriers to verbal communication, the warmth and ease of the hearth seem to make us cross the boundaries of geography and become a family.
At the fruit stand opposite the shop, freshly picked strawberries and sugar oranges are tempting. 10 yuan and 4 catties of strawberries, sweet and sour, add a touch of color to this cold winter day. And the sweet taste of sugar oranges is even more irresistible. These fruits seem to be a gift from nature, making people feel the beauty of life while tasting delicious food.
However, all this beauty culminated in an unexpected moment. A fellow took out a small bamboo basket from his pocket and woven it delicately and tightly. He placed the bamboo basket next to the brazier, and the flames reflected his smiling face through the gaps in the bamboo basket. He told us that this bamboo basket was woven by his own hands, representing his hard work and sweat. And now, he wants to give us this bamboo basket as a testimony to our friendship.
We were deeply touched by this unexpected gift. This bamboo basket is not only a handicraft, but also a sincere emotion and deep blessing. We gratefully took the bamboo basket and held it tightly in our arms, as if embracing this rare warmth and touch.
At that moment, we understood the meaning of travel. It's not just about enjoying the scenery and tasting the food, but also about meeting those warm people and things, so that we can find familiar touches in unfamiliar places. At this moment in the roadside shop in Daoxian County, we experienced the beauty and warmth of life, and also felt the sincere emotions between people. These beautiful moments will always be cherished in our hearts and become the most precious treasure in our lives.