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Zhang Li is a 52-year-old middle-aged woman who runs a small restaurant in a small town with her husband, Zhang Qiang. They have been neighbors since childhood, childhood sweethearts, and later became husband and wife. Although their families are poor, the two are hardworking and simple, and they are full of hope for life.
Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang have two sons, the eldest son Zhang Wei and the younger son Zhang Gang. The two children have been very obedient and sensible since they were young, which has saved their parents a lot of worry. Although the family's financial conditions are not well-off, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang have always hoped to create a better environment for their sons to grow up and live a more decent life in the future.
The eldest son, Zhang Wei, works in a factory in the county, and although the salary is not much, it is enough to live on his own. One day, he told his parents that he wanted to get married, and he had already met a girl in the unit.
"Mom and Dad, I'm going to get married, what do you say?" Zhang Wei said with some apprehension.
Although Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang were happy in their hearts, they were also a little worried. After discussing it, they decided to fully support their son.
"Wei'er, getting married is a big deal, what are you going to do with the wedding?" Zhang Li asked.
"We're going to make it simple, it doesn't cost too much. Zhang Wei replied.
So, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang took out all their savings for many years, plus the money their son had saved, and finally made up enough money for a simple wedding. Although the wedding was very ordinary, the family was still happy.
"Mom, you and Dad have worked hard all their lives, so you don't have to worry about this wedding. Zhang Gang said to Zhang Li. As he spoke, he took out his savings for many years, and borrowed some money from relatives and friends, and finally managed to make up enough money for a small wedding.
Seeing her son so considerate, Zhang Li was very moved in her heart. Although the wedding was very simple, everyone had a good time and the scene was very lively. At this moment, Zhang Li was sincerely proud and happy for her two good sons.
After getting married, both sons continued to struggle on their own career paths. With his diligence and hard work, the eldest son Zhang Wei was soon promoted in the factory and became the workshop director.
"Wei'er, congratulations on becoming the workshop director! This is the result of your own efforts. Zhang Li said happily.
"Thanks to the kind teaching of my parents, I can achieve what I am today. Zhang Wei replied modestly.
The youngest son, Zhang Gang, found a stable job in a foreign-funded company, and his income gradually increased. With a stable job and income, the lives of the two sons have improved. They bought new houses in the city and moved out of Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang's humble room.
"Mom, come and live in our new home, the environment is much better than before. Zhang Gang said happily to Zhang Li.
Zhang Li often visits her sons' new home, sees their happy life, and is sincerely happy for them.
As they grew older, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang's bodies became more and more unbearable for the restaurant. Seeing the success of their sons' careers, they also relieved themselves and decided to transfer the restaurant to someone else and take a good rest.
When the sons learned that their parents were going to be free, they were very kind to invite them to live in their own house. After discussing with Zhang Qiang, Zhang Li decided to take turns to live in the house of their two sons and change their residence every six months.
"Mom and Dad, you can live in our house first, and you don't have to worry about anything in the future. Zhang Wei said.
"Yes, you have worked hard all your life, and now you can finally enjoy your old age in peace. Zhang Gang also said.
In this way, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang first lived in the house of their eldest son Zhang Wei. Zhang Wei and his daughter-in-law were very deferential and treated their parents well. One day, Zhang Wei told Zhang Li that they planned to set aside a room at home for their parents, so that they could live here for a long time in the future. Hearing this, Zhang Li's heart was suddenly filled with gratitude.
And just like that, time flies. The days when she took turns living in her two sons' homes made Zhang Li feel very happy. However, one day, she suddenly realizes a problem that makes her feel deeply guilty.
"My husband and I have worked hard over the years, with the sole goal of giving our sons a more decent life in the future. And now, the sons have indeed achieved a little and live a carefree life. However, it seems that our parents have never thought about anything for themselves. "
Zhang Li reflected silently, with mixed feelings in her heart. Yes, they can now enjoy their old age in peace, but it is all thanks to the help of their sons. She suddenly had a strong desire to share some of the burden for her sons and not be completely dependent on them.
After living in her son's house for a while, Zhang Li had a new idea about her complete dependence on her sons for the elderly. One day, she invited her sons to dinner and wanted to tell them what she thought.
"Wei'er, Gang'er, you have all achieved your careers, and my mother is sincerely happy for you. However, I've been thinking lately, you work so hard to earn money to support your family, and we can't always rely on you in vain. Zhang Li said.
"Mom, what do you say? You and Dad have worked hard all their lives, and now we can finally enjoy our old age in peace, and we should raise you. Zhang Wei hurriedly said.
"Yes, Mom, you can live in our house with peace of mind, and you don't have to worry about anything. Zhang Gang also agreed.
Seeing the kindness of her sons, Zhang Li's heart was very moved. But she still insisted on her thoughts: "I know your good intentions, but I always feel as if I haven't thought about anything for you. You have worked hard to earn money to support your family, and we should share some of it, rather than relying on you completely. "
Seeing that Zhang Li insisted on doing so, the sons didn't persuade them more, but just said that they would tell them when she thought about it.
After leaving her sons' house, Zhang Li began to seriously consider her plans. Although she and her husband Zhang Qiang are old, they still have some energy after all, and it is too unreasonable to rely entirely on their sons for their old age.
"Lao Zhang, I'm wondering, can we start a small business on our own, at least be able to support ourselves, and not be completely dependent on the children?" Zhang Li said to her husband.
Zhang Qiang pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "This is a good idea, after all, we still have some energy, and it is better to do some small business than to do nothing all day." "
So, the couple began to look for a small business that they could run. After some research, they decided to open a small farmhouse on the outskirts of the city. It's a quiet place and not too far from the city, which is perfect for this kind of business.
With years of experience in running restaurants, Zhang Li quickly started a farmhouse business. Although the scale is small, the business is still booming. Every day, many people from the city come to relax and enjoy the quiet rural atmosphere.
In this way, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang began to live a semi-self-reliant life. Although it was a bit hard, Zhang Li felt that it was very meaningful for her to do so.
"Lao Zhang, if we start a small business on our own, we don't have to rely entirely on the children. They worked hard to earn money to support their families, and we finally shared some of it for them. Zhang Li said to her husband.
Zhang Qiang nodded, sincerely agreeing with his wife's idea. Whenever the sons come to the farmhouse, they are also very happy to see that their parents are running their own businesses and supporting themselves.
Although her life is poor and simple, Zhang Li feels extremely happy. She knows that as long as her sons are happy and healthy, she will be satisfied.
As time went on, the farmhouse run by Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang became more and more prosperous. With years of experience in catering, they have continuously improved their business philosophy and service quality, and soon became well-known in the local area.
One day, a business partner said to Zhang Li: "Sister Zhang, your farmhouse business is doing well, do you want to consider expanding the scale of business? "
Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang discussed and decided to seize this opportunity. They took out a little savings from many years and borrowed some money from their sons, and finally scraped together enough start-up capital to expand their business.
At the new business site, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang opened a comprehensive farm paradise area integrating farm stays, catering and accommodation. They hired professional designers to make it a peaceful, casual and rustic place.
After the opening of the new Farmhouse Paradise area, business was booming. Many people from the city come here to experience the unique rural atmosphere here. Seeing that business is booming day by day, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang feel extremely gratified.
Although the business in the Farmhouse Paradise area is booming, after all, the scale is not small, and it is difficult to completely control it with the strength of Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang alone. At this time, the two sons, Zhang Wei and Zhang Gang, reached out in time to help.
"Mom and Dad, your career has been successful, and we should also do our part to contribute to the family's cause. Zhang Wei said.
So, Zhang Wei and Zhang Gang just came to the farmhouse paradise area to help in their spare time. Zhang Wei is responsible for people management and finance, while Zhang Gang is responsible for marketing and customer service. With the strong support of their sons, Zhang Li and Zhang Qiang's work pressure has been greatly reduced.
"Son, with such a considerate son as you, we have nothing else to ask for. Zhang Li often said this to her sons.
The sons replied, "Mom and Dad, you worked for us when you were young, and now we can share some of it for you, and that's as it should be." "
Seeing that she and her husband's careers are becoming more and more prosperous, and watching her sons give strong support and sharing, Zhang Li feels extremely relieved and proud.
"Lao Zhang, back then, with a lot of courage and perseverance, we opened a small restaurant in this small city, and finally survived to this day, and our career has improved. What's more valuable is that we have two good sons who are considerate and filial, who not only succeed in their own careers, but also support us at all times. Zhang Li said to her husband.
Zhang Qiang nodded, his eyes full of relief. Yes, the family is happy, the children and grandchildren are full, and their careers have also improved slightly, and the two of them have not lived in vain in their lives.
Since then, Zhang Li has lived a healthy and happy life in her old age, and occasionally helps out in the farm paradise area, living a free and easy life. She knows that as long as her sons are happy and healthy, she will be satisfied.