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Since I was a child, I have had a good relationship with my brother Li Ming, we talk about everything and trust each other. My brother was a few years older than me and protected me like a big brother. I remember when I was a child, I always looked at my brother with adoration and idolized him.
"Brother, I want to be as good as you in the future!" I said to my brother.
"Silly sister, you're much smarter than me. You will definitely get ahead of me in the future. My brother smiled and touched my head.
My mother, Wang, was a generous and kind person, and she treated my brother and me as equals and never treated them separately. But his father Li Laohan is very traditional, he is self-contained and patriarchal. He regarded my brother as the jewel of the family, but he treated me coldly.
"Meimei, you just obediently learn to do needlework at home, and you still have to be virtuous and run the family when you marry in the future. My father used to say that.
"But Dad, I also want to go to school and study like my brother!" I pleaded with my father.
"What's the use of reading so many books in my daughter's family? My father rebuked me harshly.
My mother, Wang, couldn't see it, and she insisted on giving me the same educational opportunity. But my father was still stubborn, and I could only secretly feel sad. My brother also began to be assimilated by my father, thinking that I should obediently obey my father's arrangement. Cracks began to develop in our brother and sister relationship.
"Brother, why are you like this? Didn't you once have your own ideals?" I questioned my brother with tears in my eyes.
"Sister, my father's words are for our good. You just be obedient. My brother said coldly.
I was completely disappointed in my brother, but I didn't give up on my ideals. Under the protection of my mother, I secretly studied on my own, and finally was admitted to the school in the county seat.
"Dad, I'm in school, I'm leaving home to study. "I plucked up the courage to tell my father.
"I don't agree, you unfilial thing!" My father was furious and raised his hand to hit me.
"Don't hit her! Mei Mei is right, she should have her own life pursuit!" My mother stepped forward and protected me.
With my mother's support, I left home to study. My father and brother avoided me, and I had to work outside by myself. During college, my mother's condition worsened. I rushed home to see her one last time.
"Meimei, my mother's greatest wish is to see you realize your ideals. You've got to keep going. "My mother took my hand with tears in her eyes.
"Mom, I will definitely achieve your expectations!" I couldn't stop crying.
Soon after, my mother died. Her death was a huge blow to me, but I didn't give up and relied on my own willpower to complete my studies and fulfill my mother's last wish.
After graduating from university, I returned to my hometown. My long-lost father and brother's family still had a cold attitude when they saw me. But my brother is still very affectionate to me, and his wife Zhang is also very good, a good daughter-in-law who is virtuous and kind.
Just when I thought everything was going to be okay, my brother brought me a shocking thing.
"Sister, my father wants me to marry you, so that the family's land and property will not be scattered. You think it's good?" My brother actually proposed to me!
"Brother, what are you talking about? We are brothers and sisters, how can this be?" I was frightened and pale.
"Dad said, this is the best arrangement. You're gone, you can't get married anyway. Father said coldly on the side.
Surprisingly, Zhang did not object, she said: "As long as everyone can be happy, I am willing to share my husband." "
I was shocked and admired by Zhang's tolerance. However, I still rejected my brother's proposal to marry after all.
"Brother, I'm sorry, I can't promise you. This goes against the ideals and values that I have always pursued. I am not willing to sacrifice my happiness for the sake of my family. "
My father was furious at my decision: "You unfilial thing! You have betrayed the family, and I will kick you out!"
My father's roar broke my heart, but I stood by my decision and was forced to leave my home.
After being kicked out of my home, I began a life of wandering. It was difficult at first, but I managed to find a decent job in the city and live the life I wanted. I often think of my mother's teachings and thank her for giving me the courage to pursue freedom.
Gradually, my brother also began to reflect on his life. He realized that he had been engulfed by his father's thoughts and had lost the ability to think independently. Seeing my courageous pursuit of my ideals, he was deeply touched and determined to make decisions about his own life.
One day, my brother came to visit me in the city and told me about his enlightenment.
"Sister, I finally understood that I had been blinded by my father's paranoia all along. It was you who made me see myself clearly with your practical actions. From now on, I'm going to make decisions about my own life. "
"Brother, I'm glad for you. Life should be in your own hands, and no one should be bound by old habits. I say it sincerely.
We re-established our brother-sister bond as close as we did when we were kids.
A few years later, I met my confidant, a man who shared my philosophy. After much deliberation, we decided to get married and started a world of two. The groom expressed his understanding and support for my past experiences.
Just when I got married, my father, Li Laohan, suddenly appeared. Seeing my happy and contented life, he seemed a little moved.
"Meimei, I'm sorry, I was too stubborn and hurt you back then. It's gratifying to see you like this now. The father bowed his head, his eyes filled with tears.
"Dad, you have worked very hard, but I am too stubborn and have not been filial to you properly. "I went up and hugged my father.
I often think of my mother's words: "Be brave enough to pursue your ideals and not be bound by the world." "It was my mother's teaching that gave me the courage to persevere, and I finally realized myself. My mother's influence on me is eternal.
My father was furious and roared to kick me out of the house. I was heartbroken, but I stood by my decision. My brother didn't say a word, and my wife, Zhang, looked at me with sad eyes.
"Meimei, do you really plan to do this? are you going to leave your home and live a wandering life outside?" Zhang quietly took my hand, his eyes full of concern.
"Sister-in-law, I've already made up my mind. I can't go against my own principles, even if I have to wander outside. I said it categorically.
Zhang nodded, took out a small cloth bag, and stuffed it into my hand: "This is the private money I have saved for several years, you can use it to make a living." "
I was deeply touched by my sister-in-law's thoughtfulness, and tears welled up in my eyes. In this way, in the midst of cold eyes and abuse, I embarked on a wandering journey.
After being kicked out of my home, my life suddenly fell into trouble. I relied on the savings my sister-in-law gave me to rent a dilapidated rental house and started looking for work everywhere to earn a living.
At the beginning, it was very difficult, my education and ability were not enough, so I had to do some odd jobs to make ends meet. Sometimes, I wonder if I was too reckless in my decision. But every now and then, I think of my mother's teachings and her expectations, and I pick myself up again.
Finally, when I applied for a job at a company, my talent was finally recognized. The boss appreciated my ability and tenacity and decided to hire me and offered me a high salary and position. And just like that, I started the life I wanted.
Just as I was struggling within, something unexpected happened. One day, my brother came to my apartment out of the blue and told me about his realization.
"Sister, I've been reflecting on myself all these years. I finally understood that I had been blinded by my father's paranoia all along. It was you who made me see myself clearly with your practical actions, and I want to thank you for that. My brother said sincerely.
"Brother, life is a process of constant awakening. I'm glad for you, you've finally stepped out of your father's shadow and started to make decisions about your own life. "I'm really happy.
"Yes, from now on, I want to live an assertive life and no longer be held hostage by anyone. Sister, can we get back to being brothers and sisters like we used to be?" My brother's eyes were slightly red.
"Of course, brother. I stepped forward and hugged my brother tightly, tears welling up in my eyes.
In this way, we re-established our brotherhood as close as we did when we were children. I was greatly relieved that my mother's last wish had finally come true.
We had friends and family for our wedding, and it was a great experience. Unexpectedly, his father Li Laohan also appeared. Seeing my happy and contented life, he seemed a little moved.
"Meimei, I'm sorry, I was too stubborn and hurt you back then. Now I am very relieved to see you like this, and I regret what I did in the first place. The father bowed his head, his eyes filled with tears.
"Dad, you have worked very hard, but I am too stubborn and have not been filial to you properly. However, it is because of your strictness that I have been able to grow into what I am now. "I stepped forward and hugged my father, and there was no resentment in my heart.
Since then, the father has completely changed his opinion of his daughter and has also begun to respect his son's independent personality. The family finally came together and lived happily ever after. My brother and sister-in-law also often come to my house, and everyone has a great time.
I often think of my mother's words: "Be brave enough to pursue your ideals and not be bound by the world." Only in this way can you find happiness that truly belongs to you. "It was my mother's teachings that gave me the courage to persevere and finally achieve myself, for which I am eternally grateful.
Life is like this, after ups and downs and struggles, we will eventually move towards the sunshine. As long as you are brave enough to pursue your inner ideals, you will be able to find your own path to happiness. That's my story, and that's what I tell you.
Time flies, and a few years have passed in the blink of an eye. My relationship with my husband is getting better and better, and my work is booming. After having children, our lives are more complete and happy.
In the dead of night, I would sit on the edge of my bed. I would think of my mother's voice and smile, and her last words to me. I knew that she must be watching me in the Spirit of Heaven and relieved of my current situation.
Yes, my mother is my mentor in life, and she is the one who gave me the courage and determination to pursue freedom. Because of this, I was able to break free from the shackles of the world and live the life I longed for. And my father's stubbornness is also the driving force for my growth, which makes me tenacious.
I kissed my husband deeply on the forehead and said silently in my heart: Thank you, you are the one who made me who I am now.
From now on, I will continue to pursue my ideals and live an opinionated life. I will also teach my children to be brave enough to pursue their inner dreams and create their own happy lives.
The years flew by, and in a blink of an eye, my husband and I had grown up with two children. Following their mother's teachings, we gave them a free educational environment and encouraged them to pursue their inner ideals bravely.
The eldest daughter, Xiaomei, has always been an assertive child and has been interested in art since she was a child. She is highly skilled in painting and calligraphy, and has won many awards in county competitions.
"Mom, I want to be admitted to the Academy of Fine Arts in the provincial capital in the future and concentrate on studying art. Xiaomei said to me one day.
"Well, Mom fully supports you in pursuing your dreams. As long as you work hard, you will be able to get your wish. "I hugged her happily.
Xiaomei was admitted to the Academy of Fine Arts as she wished, and with her outstanding talent, she quickly made a name for herself in the art world after graduation and became an outstanding female painter.
The second son, Xiaogang, is different from his sister in that he has been curious about science since he was a child, and his personality is more introverted. His grades in mathematics, physics and chemistry were among the best, but he had little interest in literature and art.
"Mom, I want to engage in scientific research in the future and make my own contribution to the scientific and technological cause of my motherland. Xiao Gang once told me.
"Good boy, that's a good ideal. As long as you put your mind to it, you will be able to achieve it. I patted him on the shoulder and encouraged.
Sure enough, Xiao Gang was admitted to the science and engineering department of a key university in the provincial capital with excellent results, and after graduation, he entered a high-tech company to work, and is now the company's backbone scientific researcher.
My husband and I couldn't be prouder of our children's accomplishments. It is gratifying to see each of them pursue their own ideals and live the life they yearn for. This is our greatest wish as parents.
Xiaomei and Xiaogang have both started a family, and our family has gradually grown. Xiaomei is married to a talented artist, and the two are mentors and friends who know each other well. Their child, Xiaoqing, has shown extraordinary artistic talent since he was a child, and his painting attainments have surpassed those of his peers. Looking at Xiaoqing, I deeply felt the connection of art to our family.
Xiaogang's wife is an outstanding female scientist, and the two support each other in their careers and have raised two smart and clever children. Influenced by science since childhood, they have now developed a strong interest in mathematics, physics and chemistry, and will surely get ahead in the field of science and technology in the future.
Watching my children and grandchildren pursue their own ideals makes me feel so proud and proud of them. Our family is continuing the persistent pursuit of ideals, and this family philosophy will be passed down forever.
"Grandparents, you were amazing when you were young, and your stories gave us a lot of inspiration and courage. Xiaoqing and Xiaogang's children's eyes flashed with reverence.
I smiled and touched their heads, filled with emotion. Yes, our family is a seeker of ideals, and we want to pass on this family spirit to the next generation.
In my lifetime, I will continue to pursue my ideals and live an opinionated life. At the same time, I will also teach my children and grandchildren to pursue their inner dreams and create their own happy lives like us.
Only in this way will we not be imprisoned by the shackles of the world, and the flower of our life will bloom forever. This is the belief that my family has held on to for generations.
I believe that through our efforts and through the inheritance from generation to generation, this spirit of pursuing ideals will be passed on forever and illuminate the future of our entire family.