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I am an ordinary housewife named Li Jing. My husband Zhang Tao and I have been married for ten years. We have a lovely five-year-old son, Xiao Ming, and Zhang Tao's mother, a gentle and somewhat stubborn old lady.
Our family wasn't wealthy, but we got by. Zhang Tao is an employee of a small company with a stable job and a decent income. I'm a full-time housewife who takes care of everything in the house, including cooking, cleaning and taking care of the kids. Our lives are uneventful, but they are also happy.
Recently, however, there has been a little conflict in our family. It's because of Zhang Tao's ridiculous habit - his meticulousness about money. Yes, he is obsessed with the AA system, almost to the point of pathology. Whether it's eating or shopping, he will calculate every penny, even a green onion.
At the beginning, I thought it was a kind of attitude towards life, a rational expression. However, as time went on, I found that his over-calculating about money had permeated every aspect of our lives and even affected our relationships.
One night, our family was having dinner at the dinner table. I made a stir-fried beef dish with a green onion. Just when I wanted to chop and sprinkle the green onions on the vegetables, Zhang Tao suddenly said: "Wait, I bought this green onion, and it should be counted in my share of money." ”
I was stunned, and muttered in my heart: "Green onions are not a rare thing, just a few cents, as for such a consideration?" But I still held back my anger, just sighed softly, and said, "Okay, then you can take out your share of green onions." ”
Xiao Ming sat next to us, looked at us with blank eyes, and asked puzzledly: "Dad, Mom, what is the green onion?
Zhang Tao saw that I was silent, and he also felt a little uncomfortable, but he still refused to admit his mistake: "This is not a matter of clarity, but a matter of principle." We should develop good consumption habits and not waste them casually. ”
I looked at Zhang Tao, angry and helpless in my heart. I know that this is not just a matter of a green onion, but a manifestation of our relationship. I gradually understood that the conflict between us was not just because of money, but because of different understandings of life.
"Mom, Dad, why are you arguing?" Xiao Ming's voice broke the silence, his eyes full of confusion and unease.
I held back my tears, smiled, and said, "It's nothing, baby, Mom and Dad are just a little bit of a conflict, and we'll solve it soon." ”
Zhang Tao also realized that the atmosphere was a little embarrassing, coughed, and tried to change the topic: "Xiao Ming, come and eat, this beef is carefully made by my mother." ”
Xiao Ming seemed to be a little dissatisfied, but he still obediently began to eat. Zhang Tao and I fell silent, each bowing our heads and eating, but we couldn't help but think about the quarrel just now.
After the meal, I washed the dishes in the kitchen alone, and I couldn't calm down for a long time. Suddenly, I felt someone tap me on the shoulder from behind, and when I looked back, it was Zhang Tao's mother.
"Jing, what's happened to you and Tao lately?" her voice was full of concern and concern.
I sighed and told her what had just happened. After hearing this, she frowned, sighed deeply and said, "Alas, why is this kid so stubborn?"
I looked at her and felt a surge of gratitude in my heart. Zhang Tao's mother has always been a loving mother in my heart, she has always treated me well, always respected me, and never interfered in the conflict between our husband and wife. But this time, she took the initiative to come over and ask, which made me feel an inexplicable warmth.
"Mother-in-law, I don't know what to do. I shook my head helplessly, "He's just too calculating, whether it's big or small, he has to worry about it, I really can't stand it." ”
Zhang Tao's mother patted my hand lightly and said gently: "Jing, marriage is a run-in, and there is no smooth sailing." The contradictions between you are only temporary, believe me, everything will be fine. ”
I looked at her gratefully, and a wave of emotion welled up in my heart. Perhaps, she is right, the contradiction between me and Zhang Tao is only temporary, as long as we tolerate and understand each other, everything will be solved.
In the evening, when Xiao Ming fell asleep, Zhang Tao and I sat on the sofa and started a calm conversation.
"My dear, our quarrel today is my fault, I should be more tolerant. I took the initiative to speak.
Zhang Tao also looked a little guilty, he patted my hand lightly, and said, "Jing, I'm sorry, I also realized my mistake, and I will correct it." ”
I looked into his eyes and saw that there was a lot of sincerity and apology. The anger in my heart gradually dissipated, replaced by an inexplicable softness and warmth.
"Okay, we'll get along well in the future. I gently shook his hand and smiled.
Zhang Tao also showed a bright smile, he held my hand tightly, and said, "We will definitely do it." ”
After that, my relationship with Zhang Tao gradually returned to normal. He also began to relax his excessive thinking about money, and we got along more harmoniously and harmoniously.
However, just when we thought everything had settled, a small incident sparked a conflict between us again.
One night, I cooked a sumptuous dinner and prepared a table of dishes, including shredded pork with fish flavor, braised pork ribs, stir-fried vegetables, etc. I was happily preparing to enjoy a meal with my family, when I noticed something that surprised me.
Zhang Tao took out a small notebook, flipped through it carefully, and then said to me: "Jing, I calculated, how much is the cost of this meal, and we should share it according to the AA system." ”
When I heard this, I immediately felt a little angry, and thought to myself, "Is it necessary to divide even a family meal so clearly?
I tried to control the dissatisfaction in my heart, and tried to say in a calm tone: "Tao, I made this meal with my heart, I didn't care about the cost, I just wanted our family to reunite and enjoy the food." Why do you bother with that?"
Zhang Tao insisted: "This is not a matter of calculation, but a matter of principle." We should develop good spending habits and not spend money casually. ”
I listened to his words, and I couldn't suppress the anger in my heart, and I tried to control my emotions, but I couldn't help but say, "Don't you even think it's a waste of family dinner? You only see money, but you can't see the emotions between us." ”
When Zhang Tao heard my words, he was obviously a little angry, he gritted his teeth and said, "It's not that I don't want to eat with you, but I think we should have a clear concept of consumption." ”
Our conversations became more and more intense, and the atmosphere became more and more tense. Xiao Ming sat on the sidelines and looked at us, his eyes full of confusion and uneasiness.
"Dad, Mom, why are you arguing again?" Xiao Ming's voice broke the silence, his eyes full of grievance and helplessness.
I looked at Xiao Ming, and a feeling of guilt welled up in my heart, and I knew that our quarrel had affected him.
"Xiao Ming, don't be afraid, Mom and Dad are just a little conflicted, and we will solve it soon. I tried to comfort him, but I couldn't calm down.
Zhang Tao also saw Xiao Ming's uneasiness, he sighed softly, and said, "I'm sorry, baby, Dad is not in a good state today, we shouldn't let you see such a scene." ”
Xiao Ming hugged the teddy bear, lowered his head, and did not speak. I looked at him, my heart was full of apologies and guilt, and I knew that the conflict between me and Zhang Tao had seriously affected the child's emotions.
"I'm sorry, Xiao Ming, Mom's emotions are a little out of control today, we shouldn't quarrel in front of you. I gently stroked his hair, my tone full of apologies.
Xiao Ming raised his head, tears flashed in his eyes, he looked at me with innocent eyes, and said, "Mom, Dad, why do you keep arguing? I'm so scared. ”
When I heard Xiao Ming's words, my heart tingled, and Zhang Tao and I looked at each other silently, speechless. We realized that the conflict between us had seriously affected the child's emotions and we could not go on like this.
Facing Xiao Ming's innocent gaze, Zhang Tao and I felt a strong sense of guilt. We know that we can no longer let our children be plagued by conflicts between us.
I took a deep breath, tried to control the emotions in my heart, and then said to Zhang Tao: "Tao, we can't go on like this anymore, our contradictions have affected Xiao Ming. ”
Zhang Tao also felt self-blame and guilt, he nodded lightly, and said, "Yes, Jing, we can't let our children be affected by us anymore." ”
Zhang Tao and I decided to put aside the conflict for the time being and work together to ease the child's emotions. We comforted Xiao Ming together and told him that the conflict between us would not affect him, and that we would always love him and protect him.
Gradually, Xiao Ming's mood was relieved, and he became lively and cheerful again. Zhang Tao and I were also accompanied by our children, gradually releasing the pressure in our hearts and returning to a peaceful life.
However, although we have temporarily eased the conflict, the troubles in my heart have not disappeared. I am well aware that the contradictions between us cannot be resolved on impulse, but require us to work together to find a fundamental solution.
The next day, I decided to have a good talk with Zhang Tao to find out the root cause of the conflict between us and find a solution together.
In the evening, Zhang Tao and I sat in the living room, prepared a cup of tea, and started an in-depth conversation.
"Tao, the conflict between us is not just because of money, but because of our different understanding of life. I got straight to the point.
Zhang Tao nodded and agreed: "Yes, Jing, I am also aware of this. I used to be too obsessed with the AA system and ignore your and Xiao Ming's feelings. ”
I continued: "We should focus on the happiness of our families, not about the gains and losses of money. We should work together to create a warm and harmonious family atmosphere. ”
Zhang Tao listened to my words, a flash of realization flashed in his eyes, he held my hand tightly, and said, "I'm sorry, Jing, it's me who is too selfish." We will work together in the future to run our family together. ”
I looked into his eyes and felt his sincerity and apology, and a warmth welled up in my heart. I also clasped his hand and said, "Okay, Tao, we will definitely work together to create a happy family." ”
Our dialogue was filled with warmth and understanding, and we were determined to put aside the contradictions of the past and meet the challenges of the future together. I believe that as long as we understand and tolerate each other, our family will be happier.
With the joint efforts of Zhang Tao and me, our family has gradually regained its former harmony and happiness. We have learned to be more tolerant and understanding of each other, and we have also paid more attention to the warmth and emotional communication of the family.
Every evening, we would sit around the table and enjoy dinner together. We no longer care who buys what and who spends how much, but sincerely share each other's daily lives.
Xiao Ming has also become more cheerful and lively, he likes to play with his parents and share his interesting stories at school with us. Our family has become closer and more emotional.
And Zhang Tao's mother has been silently supporting us, she has influenced us with her actions, making us more aware of the importance of family.
One evening, our family sat in the living room, watching TV and enjoying a snack. Xiao Ming took a plate of fruit and gave it to us with a smile.
"Mom, Dad, do you want to eat fruit?" Xiao Ming said as he handed us the fruit.
Zhang Tao and I looked at each other and smiled, took the fruit, and felt the selfless care of the child.
"Thank you baby, the fruit looks delicious. I said with a smile.
Zhang Tao also took the fruit with a smile and said, "Xiao Ming, you are really a good boy who is sensible. ”
Xiao Ming listened to our compliment, a bright smile appeared on his face, he jumped up to us happily, and said, "I also want to make Mom and Dad happy, I love you." ”
When Zhang Tao and I heard Xiao Ming's words, our hearts were full of emotion, and we hugged Xiao Ming tightly and said, "We love you too, Xiao Ming." ”
With Xiao Ming's company, our family has become happier and warmer, and we believe that as long as we understand and support each other, our future will be even better.
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