In 1973, in the late autumn of that year, although Zhang Qian was seriously ill, she still took a family photo with her family on the steps in front of her home. This is not only a precious moment for her and her family, but also a record of the tenacity and warmth shown by a family in the face of difficulties.
On a sunny day in November 1973, although Zhang Qian was sick, her face still carried the tenderness unique to her mother. She wore a military coat with a headscarf wrapped around her head, and her hands were naturally in her pockets.
Standing on the steps in front of the house, Zhang Qian and her family decided to record the moment. Although Zhang Qian's physical strength is not as good as before, her eyes still reveal a deep love for her family.
Just a year before this family photo was taken, Mr. Chen, the pillar of the family, passed away due to illness, which was a huge blow to Zhang Qian and the whole family. Despite this, Zhang Qian insisted on spending time with her family, even though she herself was battling the disease.
Zhang's health deteriorated rapidly that year, and she was diagnosed with cancer. In the days that followed, the disease continued to progress despite treatment.
In March 1974, Zhang Qian finally failed to overcome the disease and passed away regretfully. This family photo became the last complete photo of her with her children before her death.
Although her life was short, she had the most profound impact on her family with her perseverance and boundless love. Her children learned from her how to stay strong in the face of adversity and inherited many of her good qualities.
During the time when Zhang Qian was seriously ill, her family united and supported each other, which made Zhang Qian feel the warmth of home and the power of love in her final days.
Her children and daughters-in-law, despite their busy schedules, all took time to spend time with her, allowing her life to come to an end with warmth and care.
Zhang Qian's story is not only a tragedy of illness and death, but also a story of how to maintain family unity and love in the midst of difficult times. This spiritual inheritance allowed Zhang Qian to leave an indelible mark in the family even after her death.
Whenever family members see this photo, they will think of Zhang Qian's kind eyes and various stories about her life. This memory has become a valuable asset that has been passed down from generation to generation in the family.