My name is Zhang Ming, I am 30 years old, and I am a single programmer. At the end of each year, I go home to celebrate the New Year with my parents. This year is no exception, it's just a little bit special.
Usually, as soon as I get home, I can see my parents greet me warmly, and the house is filled with the aroma of Chinese New Year's Eve dinner. But this year, when I stood in front of my house, all that awaited me was the deserted door. My heart sank, could it be that something had happened the day I came back? I hurriedly took out the key and opened the door, and there was silence in the room, except for the whispering of the news on the television.
"Mom, Dad, I'm back. I shouted tentatively, but no one answered. I put down my luggage and walked to the kitchen to see a few cold dishes on the table, but no one was eating. I frowned, "Haven't they come back yet?"
At this time, I heard a faint voice from the bedroom, "Ming Tsai, is that you?" It turned out to be my dad, and he struggled to move out of the bedroom.
"Dad, why are you in the bedroom? I hurried over to him and held him up.
"What's wrong with Mom? Is she sick? I'm going to see her. "I was worried.
"Don't worry, your mother is already in the hospital, and the doctor said that the condition is stable, but she needs to recuperate. Dad patted my hand, "Don't worry, your mom will be fine." "
I was relieved to hear this. But when I thought about being hospitalized, I couldn't help but ask, "Then why don't you accompany your mother in the hospital?" What are you doing at home?"
I heard the apology in my father's tone, and hurriedly interrupted him: "Dad, I'm fine, you can accompany Mom well." I'm going to see her in the hospital now, and you can rest at home first. "
After that, I helped my dad to sit down on the sofa, picked up the key and rushed to the hospital. On the way, I couldn't help but recall the Chinese New Year's Eve dinner in previous years, which was always lively, and the whole family gathered together, eating the hometown dishes made by my mother, chatting about homely food, and spending a warm evening. But this year, the original celebration has become deserted. I was inevitably a little disappointed, but I was more worried about my mother's body.
When I arrived at the hospital, I hurriedly found the ward where my mother was. Seeing my mother lying on the hospital bed, her face pale, my heart ached. I hurriedly walked to the bed and held my mother's hand: "Mom, it's me, Ming Tsai is back." How are you?"
When my mother opened her eyes and saw me, she had a relieved smile on her face: "My good son, you are finally back." Your dad is so lonely at home, isn't he?"
"Mom, don't worry about me, you're the most important thing. The doctor said how are you doing?" I asked nervously.
"It's not a big deal, it's just that I have an upset stomach, and the doctor told me to rest and recuperate. Mom squeezed my hand soothingly, "Don't worry, I'll be discharged from the hospital soon." "
Hearing my mother's words, I felt a little relieved, but I still couldn't help but tell her: "Mom, you must take care of your illness and don't force yourself." If you feel unwell, always tell your doctor. I will come to see you often. "
Mom nodded, "Okay, I'll cooperate with the treatment." By the way, your dad is home alone, and you remember to go back and take care of him. "
"I know this, I'm going to see my father. I shook my mother's hand, "Mom, you have a good rest, I will come to visit you often." "
Leaving the ward, I hurried back home. Dad was sitting on the couch in a daze, looking relieved to see me come back.
"Ming Tsai, you're back. You've been to see your mom, how is she?" Dad asked.
"Mom said it was just an upset stomach, and the doctor told her to rest. Dad, don't worry too much, I'll go to the hospital to see her often. I comforted.
Dad nodded, "That's good." Your mom has always been physically tough, and I'm worried about getting sick this time. However, having you can be regarded as a big stone in my heart. "
"Dad, don't work too hard yourself, rest at home. I'll go to the supermarket and buy some ingredients, make you some home-cooked food, and you can eat some of them. I patted my dad on the shoulder.
"Okay, then I'll trouble you. Dad looked at me gratefully.
I went to the supermarket, bought some vegetables and meat, got home and started cooking. Dad watched silently from the sidelines, and it didn't take long for the meal to be ready.
"Dad, the meal is ready, you can eat some first. "I brought the food to the table.
Dad hurriedly got up, "Ming Zai, you can eat together, don't be alone." "
The two of us ate quietly, and the atmosphere was a little heavy. I hesitated for a moment and asked, "Dad, you and your mother are usually very busy, how do you feel when your mother is sick this time and you are home alone?"
Dad sighed, "It's okay, it's just a little lonely." You know, your mom has always been in charge of the housework, cooking, taking care of us. This time she was in the hospital, and I was not very good at housework, so it was inevitable that I would be a little lonely at home alone. However, I will be much more relieved to wait until you come back. "
I nodded, "Dad, I understand how you feel. I'll try to come and see as many of you as I can in the future. "
"Don't be too tired. People of our age have irregular daily routines and are prone to illness. You have to work hard and also pay attention to your body. Dad said with concern.
"I know, Dad. I'll take notice. By the way, I'm going to visit my mother in the hospital tomorrow, do you want to go along?" I asked.
"Okay, then we'll go together tomorrow. Dad smiled with relief.
After eating, I helped my dad clean up the kitchen and watched TV with him. Seeing that my father's face finally had a little smile, my heart lightened a lot. Still, I couldn't help but worry about my mother's physical condition.
After a morning visit to the hospital, my father and I decided to have a meal at a restaurant near the hospital at noon. We found a small restaurant with good prices, ordered a few home-cooked food, and chatted while eating.
"Ming Tsai, have you been working well lately?" Dad asked me while eating.
"It's okay, it's a lot of pressure, but it's manageable. I answered truthfully.
"You have to pay more attention to your body, don't work too hard. Your mother and I are old, and we don't have a lot of cold and warmth, but you are our only son, and we are quite concerned about you. Dad said earnestly.
When I heard my father's words, I couldn't help but feel guilty. I was usually busy with work and rarely came back to visit my parents, but it wasn't until my mother's illness that I really realized that my parents cared about me.
"Dad, I know, I'll come to see you more in the future. However, you also have to take care of yourselves and don't worry too much about me. I shook my father's hand and said solemnly.
Dad nodded, "Then you have to remember." Your mom has always worried about you so much, and so do I. As a parent, what can you do for your child is naturally willing. "
When I heard my father's words, I felt a wave of warmth welling up in my heart. Our father and son ate silently, and the atmosphere became extra warm.
After eating, we went back to the hospital to visit my mother. This time, my mother seemed to be much better spirited, and her face was a little flushed. The three of us talked a lot, and my mom asked me about my recent love life.
"Ming Zai, you are thirty years old, why don't you have a partner yet? You see that your father is so old, and I am looking forward to adding a grandchild to you as soon as possible. Mom said with a slight complaint.
I smiled awkwardly, "Mom, I'm very busy with work right now, and I haven't even bothered to fall in love." But I'll pay attention, don't worry. "
Dad also chimed in: "Yes, yes, Ming Tsai is too busy with work, and when his work is stable, we will introduce him to someone." "
"Well, don't push him. Ming Tsai is a good boy and will find his own happiness one day. Mom shook her head helplessly.
Looking at my parents' concerned eyes, I felt a little embarrassed, but I also felt extremely warm. Their wish is for me to be happy and happy, how can I let them down.
After another afternoon in the hospital, it was getting late, and we reluctantly said goodbye and left. When I got home, I cooked a simple dinner for my father, and after eating with him, I washed up and rested.
Lying in bed, I can't help but think about today. I thought it would be a lively and joyful Chinese New Year's Eve dinner, but it became lonely because of my mother's illness. However, seeing my parents' concern and concern for me, I felt a sense of warmth.
I was usually busy with work and rarely came back to visit my parents, and it wasn't until my mom's illness this time that I realized how precious the connection between us was. As an only child, I should care more about their lives and be there for them.
Thinking of this, I made up my mind that I would definitely spend more time coming back to see my parents in the future. Although they are older and less physically strong than before, their concern and love for me are sincere. I want to repay them so that they can enjoy their families in their old age.
"Ming Tsai, go see your mother, I'm going to go for a walk in the park today and buy some fruit by the way. You take care of your mom, don't be too tired. Daddy"
Looking at my father's handwriting, I couldn't help but smile. Although he is old, he has always been a thoughtful person. I picked up the keys and walked out of the house with a bang.
When I arrived at the hospital, I saw that my mother's condition had improved and her face had returned to ruddy. I happily told her that her dad was out for a walk today, and she smiled with relief.
"Ming Tsai, your father is old, and it is inevitable that he will be lonely at home alone. In the future, you should accompany him more and don't let him worry too much. "My mother gently instructed me.
I nodded, "Mom, I know." I'll be sure to come back to see you all again in the future. "
After chatting with my mom for a while, I left and went to my dad. I came to the park and soon found my dad walking alone on a bench.
"Dad, you're here. I stepped forward and shouted.
Dad turned his head and saw that it was me, and his eyes lit up: "Ming Tsai, why are you here too?
"Mom's condition is much better, and the doctor said that she can be discharged from the hospital after a few more days of rest. I sat down next to my dad and said, "Dad, do you feel lonely walking in the park alone?"
Dad shook his head and smiled: "I'm not lonely, I'm here to breathe fresh air, and it's good to exercise." However, it is indeed more enjoyable to have you for a walk with me. "
We walked slowly through the park together, admiring the beautiful scenery around us. From time to time, Dad stopped to observe the flowers and trees and explained to me their characteristics. I listened quietly and found out that my father knew so much about nature, and I couldn't help but marvel at his erudition.
"Dad, you have a lot of knowledge about plants. "I am truly amazed.
Dad smiled and said, "These are all things that I have slowly accumulated over the years. You know, people of our age, after retirement, like to take a walk in the park and enjoy nature. This can not only strengthen the body, but also cultivate sentiment. "
I nodded, "yes, it seems that I will study more in the future, and when I retire, I will be able to walk around the park like you." "
Dad patted me on the shoulder: "Of course, you have to work hard, save some savings, and live a leisurely life in the future." However, you can't stay at home all day like me, you have to go out and walk more and broaden your horizons. "
"Don't worry, Dad, I'll take care of it. By the way, if we buy some fruit today, my mother will be very happy. I proposed.
Dad nodded again and again: "Good idea, then let's go buy some fruit and go back." "
We went to the fruit stall together, and my father carefully selected a few kinds of fruits that my mother loved to eat. I watched my father's movements and couldn't help but sigh that we always ignore some of our parents' small habits and preferences.
Carrying a bag of fruit, my dad and I walked home side by side. Along the way, we chatted with each other. Dad chattered about some small things in his daily life, and I listened attentively, interjecting a few words once in a while. This intimate atmosphere makes me feel warm and grounded like never before.
When I got home, I put the fruits on the table and my dad was busy washing them and cutting them. I looked at my father's busy figure and couldn't help but say, "Dad, you and your mother have always been so good to me, and I have never repaid you well." "
Dad stopped what he was doing and turned his head to look at me: "Ming Zai, you are our only child, and we have been the greatest reward for being able to let us watch you grow up healthy and happy." "
"However, I am always too busy to come back to see you. This time my mom was sick, and I really realized that I should spend more time with you. I sighed.
Dad came over and patted me on the shoulder: "I know you are very busy at work, and your mother and I don't expect you to be by our side all the time." As long as you come back to see us once in a while, we're very satisfied. "
When I heard my father's words, I felt a pang of guilt and self-blame. As an only child, I have always neglected the needs of my parents and regarded work as my only pursuit.
"Dad, from now on, I will definitely spend more time to come back to visit you. I swear I won't snub you again. I shook my father's hand and said solemnly.
Dad smiled gently: "Good boy, we just hope that you can live a healthy and happy life." You can go to work with confidence, and we will continue to support you. "
With that, he brought the cut fruit to the table.
"Ming Tsai, come and eat some fruits, don't make them wait too long. "Dad greeted me.
I walked over with a smile and tasted the sweetness of the fruit with my dad. This unexpected Chinese New Year's Eve dinner made me realize the value of my family again. In the future, I must cherish everything in front of me and spend more time with my parents so that they can have no worries in their old age.
I walked to the bed and held my mother's hand: "Mom, how are you doing?
"The doctor said that my condition was stable and that I would be discharged from the hospital after a few more days of rest. Mom smiled and said, "You're just too tired, you should pay more attention to rest in the future." "
I nodded: "Mom, don't worry, I will take good care of myself." By the way, I went to see my dad again yesterday, and he is in good health now, but he is a little lonely. "
"Yes, your dad is old, and it is inevitable that he will feel lonely at home alone. Ming Zai, you have to come back to accompany him more in the future, don't let him be too lonely. Mom instructed.
"I know Mom, I'll definitely spend more time coming back to see you. I've found that I can only truly feel happy and fulfilled when my family is around. I say it sincerely.
Mom nodded with satisfaction: "Good boy, you finally understand." Your dad and I just want you to live happily ever after, and nothing else matters. "
Hearing my mother's words, I felt a wave of warmth in my heart. I will cherish my family and not let them down again.