Before reading this article, we sincerely invite you to click the "Follow" button, which will not only allow you to easily receive the wonderful articles we have prepared for you in the future, but also allow you to exchange ideas and share insights with us at any time when you are swimming in the ocean of reading. Every click and comment is a great encouragement to our creative passion, and it is also the source of our continuous progress and innovation
"You guys watch first, I'll clean up this place completely!" Mother-in-law shouted at us.
Then, she began to methodically clean up the room. She first piled all the dirty laundry together, then took out the rag and began to wipe the dust off the furniture.
"You can't live like that, you can't even do the most basic neatness!" My mother-in-law wiped it while counting us.
Suddenly, she found the dirty footbath, and immediately became furious: "Even this footbath is dirty like this, are you treating it as a garbage can?"
I quickly explained, "Mother-in-law, that basin was accidentally soiled, and we were about to clean it. "
"Hmph, can you clean it?" The mother-in-law looked at us suspiciously, "You guys are just a wreck, and you can't even do this little thing!"
I was so badly hurt by my mother-in-law's words that I was ashamed of myself. Seeing this, my wife hurriedly relieved me: "Mother-in-law, don't worry, we will definitely clean the room thoroughly." "
"That's not for sure!" The mother-in-law still didn't believe it, "Look at it, even this basin is full of dirt, and it's not qualified to wash anything else!"
As she spoke, she picked up the footbath and splashed it at our sideboard, and all the sewage in the basin splashed onto the dishes and chopsticks. My wife and I were dumbfounded, stunned by my mother-in-law's behavior.
"You bastards should use these dirty basins to wash dishes and chopsticks to see how sloppy you are!" The mother-in-law scolded, "I want to teach you what it means to be neat and tidy!"
I finally couldn't stand the humiliation of my mother-in-law, and yelled angrily: "Enough is enough mother-in-law! You can't do this even if you're angry with us, right? This is our home!"
"Hmph, what qualifications do you have to say this is your home?" My mother-in-law didn't take my words to heart at all, "You ruined the house like this kennel, and did you still have the face to claim to be home?"
I was hit to the point by my mother-in-law's words, and I couldn't say a word to refute it. Seeing this, my wife quickly grabbed me and said to my mother-in-law, "Mother-in-law, we know that we are wrong, so you should calm down." We promise that we will keep our home clean in the future. "
The mother-in-law seemed to be slightly moved by his wife's words, and the anger on her face gradually subsided. She looked around the messy room and sighed.
I bowed my head, feeling deeply guilty and ashamed. My mother-in-law's words undoubtedly hit me in the sore spot. As a husband and son, I owe it to my responsibilities rather than spending my days idle and letting the environment at home deteriorate.
"Mother-in-law, you have a point. I plucked up the courage to speak, "We are indeed too self-indulgent and completely ignore the importance of housework. From now on, I will definitely take care of the housework and make this home as clean and warm as it should be. "
My mother-in-law nodded, seemingly satisfied with my words. She looked at her again and asked, "What about you? Do you have the same determination?"
"Yes, mother-in-law, I will work hard with my husband. His wife said sincerely, "Although we are young, it is time to learn how to create a warm and beautiful home." In the future, we will divide and cooperate in the housework, and we will never let the house become like this kennel again. "
When the mother-in-law heard this, her face finally showed a look of relief. She clapped her hands and said, "Okay, since you have made up your mind, then I'll help you clean up your room thoroughly, so that you can see what it means to be truly tidy." "
After saying that, the mother-in-law began to clean the room in an orderly manner. She first picked up all the debris on the floor and sorted it into categories, then opened the windows to ventilate and sweep away all the old dust that had accumulated for a long time. Then she took out a rag and carefully wiped down each piece of furniture until it was brand new.
My wife and I watched my mother-in-law's movements flow and couldn't help but be amazed. As an old man in her late teens, she can still be so diligent and neat, she is simply a housework expert. We finally realized that the so-called neatness is not achieved overnight, but requires perseverance and hard work day after day.
Just as we were sighing, my mother-in-law suddenly picked up the dirty footbath and shook it at us.
"You see, it's a sin that even this basin is dirty like this!" She rebuked, "This is the treasure I used to wash your feet back then, and you made it like this!"
My wife and I couldn't help but look at each other when my mother-in-law said this, and our faces were full of shame. Indeed, that footbath was once a precious item for my mother-in-law, and she used it to wash our feet countless times, but we ruined it into such a sloppy appearance, which is really a sin that cannot be atoned.
Looking at our guilty looks, the mother-in-law sighed and slammed the basin on the ground.
"Forget it, you're still young, so it's inevitable that you'll be a little confused. However, you must remember that housework is not a trivial matter, it is about the cleanliness and warmth of a home. If you can't do that, how can you manage your business and your life?"
So, under the guidance of my mother-in-law, my wife and I began to devote ourselves to household chores. We followed the mother-in-law's example and methodically cleaned the whole room until it regained its clean and tidy shine. We also went out of our way to make that footbasin as spotless as it was when it first left the factory.
In this way, under the careful teaching of my mother-in-law, we finally learned how to take care of a warm and beautiful home. What was once a "kennel" is now a clean haven. We are deeply aware that only by carefully managing the housework can we make this home forever full of warmth and love.
After nearly a full day of hard work, the room was finally restored to its proper and tidy appearance. My wife and I were sweating profusely, but we were also sincerely relieved and proud. This experience allowed us to truly understand what it means to be "home".
My mother-in-law watched us with a smile of relief on her face. As an old man who has experienced the smoke of war, she naturally understands the value of home. It was with this warm harbor that she was able to survive those difficult years strongly.
"Well, you've done a great job. The mother-in-law clapped her hands and said, "It seems that my teaching still has some effect." However, don't be complacent, housework is a never-ending affair that requires you to treat it every day. "
"Yes mother-in-law, we will definitely keep your teachings in mind and make housework the top priority in life. I said sincerely, "From now on, we will work together to keep our house clean every day." "
"Well, you are still young, and you will definitely encounter many setbacks and difficulties in the future. But as long as you keep in mind the importance of home, as you do today, you will be able to overcome all your tribulations. The mother-in-law advised.
I nodded, secretly determined. Mother-in-law said very reasonably, a person's life is destined to be full of all kinds of ups and downs, but as long as you always remember the meaning of home, you will definitely find the strength to move forward. With the strong backing of our home, we can face any challenge in life without fear.
Just then, the doorbell rang suddenly, startling us all. I hurried to open the door, and it turned out to be a good friend of mine.
"Hey, man, I heard that your new house has been renovated recently, so I'll stop and take a look......"
Before he could finish speaking, he was stunned by the sight in front of him. The neat and clean room, the sun shines brightly in every corner, and there is a fresh breath.
"Wow, that's amazing!" He exclaimed, "How did you do that? The last time I came, it was a mess here!"
I smiled, looked back at my proud wife, and then at my mother-in-law, who was full of relief.
"It's all thanks to my mother-in-law's guidance. I said sincerely, "It was she who taught us what a real home is and made us realize the importance of housework." From now on, we will definitely manage this home with our hearts, so that it will always be filled with warmth and love. "
With that, I let my friend into the room and made him a cup of fragrant tea. He looked around and praised the cleanliness and warmth of the home, completely impressed by the sight before him.
At this moment, my mother-in-law picked up the new footbath and handed it to me.
"I'll leave this basin to you for safekeeping. She said, "It has witnessed your growth today, and I hope you can always remember today's lessons and run this family with your heart." "
I carefully took the basin and looked at its shiny surface, with mixed feelings. Yes, this basin that was once ruined by us is now shining again, just like our attitude towards housework, which has changed dramatically.
"We will, Mother-in-law. I solemnly said, "With your teachings, we will protect this home forever and make it a safe haven for us." "
The mother-in-law nodded, a relieved smile on her face. I looked back at my wife, who also looked back at me with a determined look as if to say, "We can do it."
In this way, under the little teaching of my mother-in-law, my wife and I finally truly understood what "home" is. What was once a "kennel" has now been transformed back into a warm haven. We know that only by carefully managing housework and always remembering the meaning of home can we make this harbor shine forever.
Since that day, my wife and I's lives have changed dramatically. Every morning, we work together to clean the house; Every night, we look at each other and smile and feel sincerely proud of this home.
The footbath that we once ruined was placed in a prominent position in the living room, always reminding us of the original lesson. Whenever we see it as clean as new, we will think of our mother-in-law's earnest teachings, so that we can run this home more attentively.
In this way, with the efforts of day after day, our home has become more and more warm and orderly. Sunlight shines into every corner, and a clean atmosphere permeates every space. And my wife and I have also found unprecedented happiness and peace in this harbor.
Yes, home is not just a simple place to live, it is also a safe haven for a person to live in. Only by managing this harbor with heart can we be invincible in the trials of life. And to run this harbor well, housework is naturally the top priority. As my mother-in-law said, housework may seem insignificant, but it is the foundation of a family's harmony. Only by laying this foundation will we be able to achieve at a higher level in life.
So, from that day on, my wife and I never treated housework as a dispensable little thing again. We always keep in mind the teachings of our mother-in-law, run this home with heart, and strive to make it always full of warmth and love. In this way, this room, which we once spoiled as a "kennel", has now become our warmest and most reliable haven.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it is a few years later. My wife and I are now mothers and fathers and have a lovely child. And the mother-in-law's earnest teaching has become an important magic weapon for us to raise children.
Indeed, taking care of a home is the best classroom for us young people to learn to take responsibility and appreciate the meaning of life. If we can't even take care of this home, how can we manage our own business and life? Not to mention raising the next generation.
So, from the day our child was born, my wife and I took my mother-in-law's teachings to heart. We are determined to create a warm and orderly environment for our children to grow up, so that they can grow up healthy and happy in this loving family.
In the beginning, it was not easy to do this. Taking care of the children is already a physical task in itself, and my wife and I can't help but feel overwhelmed by the burden of housework. But every time at this time, we will remember the words of our mother-in-law when she taught us housework, and thus rekindle our attachment to home.
Yes, home is our safe haven. Only by managing this harbor with heart can we be invincible in the trials of life. And to run this harbor well, housework is naturally the top priority.
With this in mind, my wife and I began to divide up and work together to keep housework and childcare together. Every morning, my wife takes care of the children's daily life, and I take care of the house. Every night, we take turns telling stories to our child, putting him to sleep, and then we clean up all the clutter in the house.
In this way, with our joint efforts, this home soon regained its sunny and warm atmosphere. A clean and tidy environment allows children to play carefree; An orderly and orderly life and rest allowed him to develop good living habits.
What's more, the family we run with heart is also imperceptibly influencing the children. He saw how Mom and Dad worked together and loved each other, and how we built this home with sweat and love. All of this planted a precious seed in the child's heart, allowing him to understand the importance of home from an early age.
It was at this time that the mother-in-law reappeared in our lives. Seeing us run the family so hard, she couldn't hide the relief on her face.
"You're doing a great job!" The mother-in-law clapped her hands and exclaimed, "It seems that my original teaching has finally not been in vain. You have fully grasped the meaning of home and embodied it in every aspect of your life. "
"It's all thanks to your guidance, mother-in-law. I said sincerely, "It is you who have made us realize that housework is not a trivial matter, it is about the cleanliness and warmth of a home, and it is an important lesson for us young people to learn to take responsibility." With your teachings, we can make this home so warm and orderly. "
When the mother-in-law heard this, the relief on her face became even stronger. She walked over and touched the child's little head, her eyes full of kindness.
"Not only have you learned what it means to be home, but more importantly, you have passed it on to the next generation. The mother-in-law sighed, "Look at this child, grow up healthy and happy in the environment you have created, and his future will definitely be full of sunshine." "
I looked at the child's innocent smiling face, and my heart was extremely moved. Yes, the reason why we work so hard to run this home is that we hope that our children can grow up healthy and happy here, and that they can understand the value of home in the future, and pass on this meaning to their next generation.
"Mother-in-law, don't worry. I said firmly, "With your earnest teachings, we will definitely protect this family forever and let it become the strongest backing for our family." Moreover, we will definitely pass on your teachings to our children without reservation, so that the meaning of 'home' will be passed on from generation to generation and forever. "
When the mother-in-law heard this, a relieved smile appeared on her face. She looked back at the refreshed footbath, her eyes full of remembrance.
"That's how I used this basin to wash your feet countless times. "Now it seems that it not only washed away the dirt of your time, but also made you remember the meaning of home." "
I looked at the basin with mixed feelings. Yes, this basin that was once ruined by us has now become part of our family heritage. It has witnessed a dramatic change in our attitude towards housework and will forever remind us of the value of home.
At this moment, the child suddenly ran over and looked at the basin curiously.
"Dad, what is this?" He asked innocently.
I smiled, held him in my arms, and said solemnly: "This basin is the treasure that my mother-in-law taught my parents back then." It allows us to understand the meaning of home, and it will also witness our family's dedication to the word 'home'. "
"And what is 'home,' Daddy?" The child asked.
I thought about it and decided to pass on what my mother-in-law taught us back then to my children as it was.