My name is Li Mei and I grew up in a small family that is warm but full of challenges. My parents were hard-working farmers, and they used their life's sweat to water the land where my younger brother Li Ming and I grew up. I, as the eldest in the family, am well aware of the responsibility on my shoulders and have always tried to play a sensible and well-behaved role. And Li Ming, my younger brother, he is smart and active, but he often worries his parents.
I remember when I left my hometown and went to university in a distant city, Li Ming was still a naughty teenager. He doesn't like to study, but he is curious about the outside world. I often wrote to him to persuade him to cherish his time and study hard, but he always wrote back that he preferred a free life.
A few years later, I graduated from college, stayed in the city to work, and met my husband Zhang Qiang. He was a kind, down-to-earth man who cared for me. We met, fell in love, and finally walked into the palace of marriage hand in hand. At that time, I thought that I had found happiness, and I thought that I could return to my hometown with this happiness and bring more warmth to my family.
However, life is always full of unknowns. One day, my younger brother Li Ming suddenly called me with a bit of eagerness and excitement in his voice. He told me that he was getting married, but the woman's family demanded that he must have a house as a marriage house. I was both happy and worried when I heard the news. I'm glad that my brother is finally starting a family, but I'm worried that I know he can't afford to buy a house.
I tried to discuss with Zhang Qiang to see if I could help my brother. But after Zhang Qiang heard this, his brows tightened and he was silent for a long time. He told me that although our current life is stable, the monthly mortgage and living expenses are not small, and the pressure of taking on a house is too great for us.
I understand Zhang's concerns, but I can't just watch my brother miss out on his marriage because he doesn't have a house. So, I started running around, borrowing money from friends and family, hoping to scrape together a down payment. But the reality is always cruel, the road to borrowing money is not smooth, and many people have declined me for various reasons.
During that time, I fell into deep distress and self-blame. I feel that as an older sister, I have not fulfilled my responsibilities. I began to resent Zhang Qiang, feeling that he didn't understand me well enough and didn't care enough about my family. Our relationship became strained as a result.
Just when I was about to give up, Zhang Qiang suddenly found me and told me that he had a way to help my brother. It turned out that he had been secretly watching the market, trying to find a suitable time to sell the stocks we had in hand in order to raise funds. Now, he feels that the time is ripe to sell his shares and use the proceeds to help his brother buy a house.
I couldn't believe my ears when I heard the news. I hugged Zhang Qiang and was moved to tears. I know that he has given too much for this family and for me. His actions made me deeply appreciate what true love and responsibility are.
Later, we managed to help my brother buy a house and his wedding went ahead as scheduled. Looking at my brother's happy smile, I felt extremely relieved and proud. At the same time, I also cherish the relationship with Zhang Qiang even more. We support each other to face the challenges of life together, and become each other's most solid support.
This incident made me deeply realize the importance of family and the preciousness of family affection. I learned that family members should understand and support each other, not blame and complain about each other. I also understand that love requires tolerance and giving, and only by treating each other sincerely can we reap happiness.
Today, I am a mother of one child, and Zhang Qiang has also a successful career. Our little family is happy, and my parents and younger brother often come to the house to reunite. Every time I recall those difficult days, I am filled with emotion. I would like to thank Zhang Qiang for his support and understanding, and my family for their care and companionship.
Although life is full of unknowns and challenges, as long as we have love in our hearts and have the courage to face difficulties, we will be able to overcome everything. I will cherish the happy time I have now, and I will continue to work hard to create a better future for my family.
Time flies, time flies. My younger brother Li Ming and I have both started a family and have our own small families. We often get together to reminisce about the past and share the happiness and joy of the present. My parents were very pleased and proud to see us grow up.
And I cherish the relationship between me and Zhang Qiang even more. We have experienced ups and downs together, and we have gone through the bumpy road of life together. We supported each other, understood each other, and became the most important people in each other's lives.
I know that there is still a long way to go, but as long as we hold hands and connect our hearts, we will be able to overcome every obstacle and meet a better tomorrow. I look forward to that day and to a happier family for us.