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It was a cold winter day, and the small northern town was covered in thick snow, and pedestrians rushed through the streets, and no one stopped to admire the quiet beauty of this ice and snow world. Mr. Zhang's family of three is busy preparing for the upcoming Spring Festival.
Mr. Zhang is an ordinary employee of a public institution, although his income is not very good, but he still lives a well-off life for his family of three by relying on his diligent and down-to-earth work attitude. His wife, Mrs. Lee, is a housewife, gentle and considerate, and a virtuous helper in the family. The lovely daughter Xiaoli has only entered primary school this year, and she is a lively and innocent child.
"Lao Zhang, I heard that you are going back to your hometown in the countryside this year for the New Year?" Mr. Zhang's colleague Wang Bo asked in the office.
"Yes, isn't this the child who has always wanted to go back to the countryside to see?" Mr. Zhang said with a smile, "Last year, it didn't work out due to the epidemic, but this year I finally have a chance." "
"That's really good, your hometown has a strong New Year's flavor. Uncle Wang gave a thumbs up, "The customs of my family are also quite distinctive, but it is too far away, and it is quite tiring to go back and forth." "
Mr. Zhang nodded, silently thinking in his heart that although the road is far away, it is worth it for children to experience the rural customs and understand the roots of their ancestral home.
Early in the morning of the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve, the three members of the family embarked on the journey back to their hometown. Mrs. Li carefully prepared a variety of New Year's goods for the occasion, as well as food and toys that the children needed on the road. Mr. Zhang drove carefully. Xiaoli happily looked around, full of curiosity and anticipation for the rural scenery she was about to see.
"Mom and Dad, we can set off a lot of firecrackers when we get to the country, right?" Xiaoli turned her head and asked.
"Yes, when you get to your grandparents' house, you can have a good time. Mom smiled and said, "But be careful not to hurt yourself." "
"I'll pay attention!" Xiaoli nodded, and continued to look at the rapidly receding scenery outside the window.
After several hours of driving, we finally arrived at Mr. Zhang's hometown. This is an ordinary rural area, although there are no high-rise buildings in the city, but everywhere reveals a rustic local atmosphere. The grandparents had been waiting at home for a long time, and when they saw their granddaughter, the grandmother was so happy that she couldn't stop talking.
"Ouch, my good granddaughter has grown up!" Grandma looked Xiaoli up and down, "What a baby of Shui Lingling!"
Xiaoli was a little shy, hiding behind her mother, secretly looking at the unfamiliar environment. Grandpa took her little hand and said with a smile: "Don't be afraid, this is our hometown, and I will have time to have fun with you in the future!"
Hearing her grandfather's words, Xiaoli's eyes lit up all of a sudden. She yearns for this kind of country life, and can finally get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and play to her heart's content!
In the afternoon, Grandma took Xiaoli around, explaining to her the scenery of the village as she went. Xiaoli is like a kitten and a puppy, looking east and west, full of interest in everything.
"Grandma, what's that place over there?" Xiaoli asked, pointing to a rice field not far away.
"That's the paddy field in our village, and in the summer, the field will be full of green rice. In autumn, the rice turns into yellow ears of rice, waiting to be harvested. Grandma patiently explained.
"That's amazing!" Xiaoli screamed, her eyes flashing with curiosity.
In the next few days, Xiaoli had enough of the country addiction. During the day, she and the children of the village frolicked in the fields, playing games that the children of the city had never experienced; In the evening, I made dumplings and pasted couplets with my grandparents to learn rural customs.
On the night of the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve, the whole village was surrounded by the sound of firecrackers. Xiaoli's eyes widened, and she was pleasantly surprised to see the colorful fireworks blooming in the night sky outside the window.
"Mom and Dad, I'm going to set off firecrackers too!" Xiaoli grabbed her father's hand and begged.
Mr. Zhang looked at his wife, saw her nodding, and said to his daughter, "Okay, but you must be careful, Dad is with you." "
When the family walked to the entrance of the village, they saw a scene of jubilation everywhere. Adults are chatting and drinking in groups, while children are setting off firecrackers. Mr. Zhang squatted down and lit the firecracker, and Xiaoli was surprised to see it explode on the ground with a "bang", and the sparks that rose into the sky were as beautiful as fireworks.
In this way, Xiaoli and her parents had a good time together. Every time a firecracker exploded, she let out a childish cheer, and her eyes flashed with innocent happiness. Seeing their daughter's happy appearance, Mr. Zhang and Mrs. Li were also infected, and their faces were filled with happy smiles.
On Chinese New Year's Eve, the family had a reunion dinner with grandparents, uncles and aunts. The dining table is full of all kinds of delicacies, including meat, vegetables and fruits, which makes people appetize. After the meal, the children lined up to greet the elders, holding bright red New Year's money one by one, and they were so happy that they couldn't close their mouths.
"Happy New Year, Xiaoli!" Grandpa took out a delicate red envelope and stuffed it into Xiaoli's hand.
"Thank you, grandparents!" Xiaoli held the red envelope and nodded happily.
The Chinese New Year's Eve was enveloped in a warm atmosphere, and the family enjoyed themselves and spent an unforgettable Chinese New Year's Eve.
"Haha, Xiaoli is really good, she runs faster than a rabbit!" A little boy laughed from the sidelines.
Xiaoli was praised, her face turned a little red, she smiled and said, "Of course, I'm a child in the city, you can't catch up with me!"
In this way, Xiaoli spent a happy and unforgettable New Year. She experienced the unique charm of rural customs, made many new friends, and harvested many happy memories. Although it was only a few days, these wonderful experiences will be etched in her heart forever.
In the blink of an eye, it was the third day of the Lunar New Year. According to the original plan, it was time for the family to embark on the journey back. Xiaoli was a little reluctant, she still wanted to stay a few more days and continue to enjoy the leisure life in the countryside. But Mom and Dad have to return to work soon, so they can only say goodbye for the time being.
"Grandparents, we'll be back in a few months!" Before leaving, Xiaoli hugged her grandparents tightly and kissed them on the face.
"Okay, grandparents will still be waiting for you then!" Grandpa patted Xiaoli's head and said.
The family got into the car and set off for the distant city. Xiaoli stuck her head out of the car window and waved goodbye to her grandparents until they faded away and finally disappeared at the end of the road. Although she was a little sad, Xiaoli knew that the next time they met would not be too far away.
After leaving their hometown in the countryside, the family returned to life in the city. For Xiaoli, the trip to the countryside in the past few days is undoubtedly a unique experience. It was as if she had opened a whole new door and saw a rural atmosphere that was very different from city life.
"I really envy you, Xiaoli, you can see the rice fields and set off firecrackers with your own eyes, we can't do these things in the city. Xiao Ming, a little friend, said enviously.
"Yes, yes, and Xiaoli, you also met your grandparents, we have never met our elders. Another friend chimed in.
Xiaoli puffed up her chest proudly and laughed heartily: "You are all too pitiful, you have never seen the world! The next time I go to the countryside, I must take you with me!"
A few days later, the school officially opened. The teacher knew that Xiaoli had just returned from the countryside, so she asked her to talk about what she had seen and heard in class. Xiaoli stood on the podium and talked endlessly about all the interesting details of this trip to the countryside.
"...... Finally, our family went to see the Liushui River in the village, the scenery there is really beautiful! There are a few white clouds floating on the water, and the weeping willows by the river are swaying in the wind, so it is not fascinating......
"Okay, okay, Xiaoli said so much, we all wanted to experience the country life. The teacher interrupted with a smile, "But for now, we still have to concentrate on studying, and if we have the opportunity in the future, we will all go to the countryside to have a look." "
After class, Xiaoli was surrounded by several classmates, who expressed envy and curiosity about her. Seeing this, Xiaoli immediately began to explain the mysteries of the countryside with arrogance. Everyone, you and I said a word, and the atmosphere was warm and extraordinary.
In this way, Xiaoli became a "country expert" in the eyes of her classmates, and she knew everything about rural life. Unconsciously, Xiaoli also developed a strong interest in her ancestral home and roots, and she began to take the initiative to ask her parents more about her hometown, eager to know more.
At the same time, Mr. Zhang and Mrs. Li are also reflecting on their own lifestyles. As wage earners, they spend most of their time working in the city, and they have forgotten their roots. This trip back to their hometown made them re-appreciate the simplicity and simplicity of the countryside, and also made them realize that they need to spend more time with their families.
"Lao Zhang, haven't we been with Xiaoli for too long?" One day, Mrs. Li suddenly said to her husband, "Look how happy she is to return to her hometown this time, we need to create some happy memories for her." "
Mr. Zhang nodded and said with some guilt: "You're right, we've been too focused on our careers in the past few years, and we must accompany her more in the future." "
In this way, the family began a new way of life. Every weekend or holiday, they will take Xiaoli to the suburbs to play, breathe fresh air, and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Sometimes they go to the park for a picnic, sometimes they go hiking in the mountains, and while getting close to nature, they also deepen their bond with each other.
Xiaoli is very happy, she likes this kind of parent-child time the most. She would explain to her parents what they had seen when they were in the countryside. Mom and dad will also respond to requests and listen patiently to their daughters.
In this way, the life of a family of three became happier and happier as they passed. They began to value their feelings for each other and learned to cherish the bits and pieces in front of them with their hearts. And that trip to the countryside was like a slap in the face for them, making them realize the true meaning of life.
Yes, life should not only be about work, but also about laughter and family warmth. Only by feeling every detail of life with your heart can you achieve true happiness and joy.
Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, Xiaoli is about to enter junior high school. Over the years, her relationship with her parents has become closer than ever. On weekends and holidays, the three of them go out together to picnic, hike, and pick fruit in the countryside, and get close to nature.
I remember one time, the family of three went to an orchard on the outskirts of the city to pick cherries. It was a sunny day, with a gentle breeze and cloudless skies. As soon as you enter the orchard, you will be attracted by the red cherries.
"Wow, these cherries look so pretty!" Xiaoli excitedly held the hands of her parents and couldn't wait to pick them.
Mrs. Li smiled and nodded: "Yes, let's pick as much as we want, and we can taste fresh cherries on the spot later." "
So, the family of three began to pick one by one in the orchard, carefully picking the cherries one by one and putting them in a handbasket. Soon, the basket was filled with sparkling and enticing red cherries.
"Mom and Dad, let's find a place to sit down and eat!" Xiaoli suggested.
They soon found a good place to cool off under a large tree in the orchard. Mr. Zhang took out the picnic mat prepared in advance, and the family of three sat down in the shade of the tree. Xiaoli couldn't wait to pick up a cherry, took a bite, and the sweet juice immediately burst in her mouth, making her smack her lips.
"It's so sweet! It's a hundred times better than what I bought!" Xiaoli screamed happily.
Mom and Dad also tasted it and were impressed by the sweetness of the fresh cherry. They ate cherries with laughter and laughter, enjoying the gifts of nature. Occasionally, a breeze blows, and the leaves of the cherry trees rustle, as if to accompany them to a crisp music.
"Do you think we'll be as close as we are now?" Xiaoli suddenly asked.
Mr. Zhang and Mrs. Li glanced at each other, and they both saw warmth and happiness in each other's eyes. Mr. Zhang said: "Of course, our family will always be so close. "
"yes, you can rest assured. Mrs. Li also chimed in, "No matter how you grow up and start a family in the future, your parents will always be your most solid backing." "
Hearing her parents' words, Xiaoli's eyes couldn't help but moisten. She knows that this is the warmth of home and the power of family affection. With the support and love of her parents, she will be able to walk more firmly and confidently wherever she goes in the future.
After eating the cherries, the family of three wandered around the orchard for a while. When she saw a cherry tree full of fruits, she said to her parents, "Let's leave a few cherry seeds and plant them at home in the future, so that we can pick fresh cherries at home!"
Mom and Dad both smiled and nodded in agreement. In this way, they picked a few plump cherries, intending to keep the seeds inside.
Since then, every year when summer arrives, the family grows cherry trees in their small garden. Watching it grow and blossom year after year, their hearts are filled with joy and anticipation. During the harvest season, they pick the fresh cherries themselves and enjoy the sweet taste that nature has given them.
Gradually, Xiaoli grew up and left her hometown to study and work in other places. But no matter where she is, the cherry tree at home will always remind her that there is a warm home waiting for her to return. Every Chung Yeung Festival, Xiaoli will embark on the road home, drink under the cherry tree with her parents for a while, and relive the happy times of her childhood.
Yes, that cherry tree has witnessed the family's reunion for many years and has become their most precious bond. It grows in obscurity, and every year it blooms red flowers and fragrant fruits for the world. And all this, just like the feelings of a family, although ordinary, will always be warm and fragrant, and will never wither.