After retirement, Li Fang's daily life is like a glass of boiled water, unremarkable. She always stood in front of the window, looking at the sky outside, imagining the mountains and rivers in the distance. The National Day is approaching, and she decides to give herself a gift – a trip that says go.
"Mom, what are you thinking?" her son Wang Qiang patted her shoulder from behind.
Li Fang turned around, her eyes flashing with childlike excitement, "Qiangzi, I have decided, I want to go on a trip on National Day." ”
Wang Qiang was stunned for a moment, and then frowned, "Mom, how old are you, what are you still running around?" Besides, I don't worry about you going alone. ”
Li Fang smiled and waved her hand, "Don't worry, I have already planned it, I will go with the tour group, it is very safe." ”
Wang Qiang is still not at ease, he knows that his mother has always had this dream, but he always feels that now is not the time, "Otherwise, Mom, don't go, I'll give you 50,000 yuan, you can buy whatever you want." ”
Li Fang shook his head, "Qiangzi, it's not a matter of money, I want to go outside and have a look, this is my dream all along." ”
Wang Qiang wanted to say something, but seeing his mother's firm eyes, he knew that no amount of persuasion would be in vain.
In the evening, Li Fang sat at her desk, took out an old photo album, and flipped through it page by page. In the album, there are photos of her when she was young, when she was full of spirit, traveled around, and left many good memories. She gently stroked the photos, her eyes showing deep nostalgia.
"Mom, haven't you slept yet?" Wang Qiang walked in, and when he saw his mother looking at the photo album, he seemed to understand something.
Li Fang raised her head, smiled and said, "Qiangzi, do you know? When I was young, my dream was to travel all over the great rivers and mountains of the motherland. Now, I want to make it happen. ”
Wang Qiang was silent, he looked at his mother's expectant eyes, and his heart was mixed. He knew he couldn't stop his mother from pursuing her dreams, but he feared for her safety.
"Mom, then you must pay attention to safety, and call me if there is anything. Wang Qiang finally chose to support his mother.
A hint of emotion flashed in Li Fang's eyes, and she held Wang Qiang's hand tightly, "Thank you, Qiangzi, I'll be careful." ”
Li Fang's eyes flashed with longing for travel, but Wang Qiang's worries weighed on his heart like a heavy stone. He sat on the couch in the living room, frowning, and watched his mother busily pack her bags for the trip.
"Mom, have you really thought about it?" Wang Qiang couldn't help but ask again, with a hint of helplessness in his tone.
Li Fang stopped what he was doing and looked at his son seriously, "Qiangzi, I dreamed of traveling around the world when I was young, and now that I am retired, I have the time and ability to realize it. ”
Wang Qiang sighed, he stood up and walked to his mother's side, "Mom, I know you have dreams, but you see, now that the outside world is changing fast, I really don't feel at ease when you go out alone." ”
Li Fang smiled and patted her son's hand gently, "Don't worry, I'll be careful." Besides, I'm not alone, I'll go with the group. ”
Wang Qiang shook his head, "That's not good, you see if this will work, don't go, I'll give you 50,000 yuan, you can spend it however you want." ”
Li Fang was stunned for a moment, and then her face became a little serious, "Qiangzi, it's not a matter of money, I just want to fulfill my dream, can you understand?"
Wang Qiang was silent, he knew that his mother's character, once decided, it was difficult to change. But he was still not at ease, he thought of a compromise solution, "Mom, otherwise, I'll go with you, so that I can rest assured." ”
Li Fang shook his head, "Qiangzi, you have your job, I can't drag you down." Besides, I want to go alone, so it's freer. ”
Wang Qiang wanted to say something more, but seeing his mother's firm eyes, he knew that no amount of persuasion would be in vain. He could only silently wish his mother a safe journey.
At night, Wang Qiang was lying in bed, tossing and turning, and he thought of an idea. He decided to find Li Fang's friend Zhang Li and his neighbor Aunt Zhao, hoping that they could help persuade his mother.
The next day, Wang Qiang invited Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao to his home. Zhang Li has been Li Fang's friend for many years, and the two have similar personalities and often chat and walk together. Aunt Zhao is a neighbor and Li Fang's card friend, and the two have a good relationship.
"Auntie, you see, my mother went on a trip alone, and we were all worried. Wang Qiang said sincerely.
Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao glanced at each other, and they both understood Wang Qiang's worries. Zhang Li spoke, "Sister Fang, Qiangzi is right, it is a bit risky to travel alone, why don't we go together?"
Aunt Zhao also chimed in, "Yes, we can discuss a safe place together, and everyone will take care of it." ”
Li Fang looked at the two friends and felt a little shaken in her heart. She knew her son and friends were out of concern, but her dreams ......
For weekend family gatherings, the small living room of Li Fang's house is full of warmth and liveliness. The table is filled with a variety of home-cooked dishes, and the aroma is overflowing. Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao arrived as scheduled, and their arrival made the already lively party more active.
"Fang, I heard that you are going to travel alone, this is really a bold decision!" Zhang Li said excitedly as soon as she entered the door.
Li Fang greeted him with a smile, "Yes, Li, I want to make my dream come true." ”
Aunt Zhao also came over, with concern on her face, "Fang, traveling is a good thing, but when you go alone, safety is the most important." ”
Wang Qiang sat on the sofa, listening to everyone's discussion, and felt a little apprehensive. He knew that his mother's friends might influence his mother's decision.
At the dinner table, everyone chatted while eating, and the atmosphere gradually became warmer. Zhang Li suddenly put down her chopsticks and said seriously: "Fang, I support you to go, life is to have dreams and pursuits." But you'll have to find a reliable tour or find a companion to go with. ”
Aunt Zhao also nodded, "Yes, safety first, why don't I accompany you?" Anyway, I am also retired, and I have time." ”
Li Fang looked at the two friends, and a warm current surged in her heart. She knew they were doing it for their own good, but at the same time she felt pressure. She smiled and said, "Thank you, I'll think about it." ”
Seeing this, Wang Qiang couldn't help but interject: "Mom, why don't we discuss it again?" ”
Li Fang was silent, knowing that her son and friends' worries were all out of love for her. She looked around, everyone's face full of concern and anticipation.
After the meal, everyone sat on the sofa and continued to chat about travel. Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao shared their own travel experiences, and Li Fang listened with relish and thought about her choices.
Late at night, the party ended, Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao said goodbye and left. Li Fang sent them to the door, turned around, and saw Wang Qiang standing quietly in the living room, his eyes full of complicated emotions.
"Qiangzi, I want to be alone and quiet. Li Fang said softly.
Wang Qiang nodded, turned around and went back to his room. Li Fang sat alone on the sofa in the living room, looking at the starry sky outside the window, her heart full of contradictions and entanglements. She knew that she needed to make a decision, one that was responsible for herself and her family.
Li Fang sat on the sofa in the living room, playing with a yellowed travel photo in her hand, which was taken when she was young. Her eyes wandered between the photo and her family, and her inner struggle was like a war without gunpowder.
"Mom, haven't you slept yet?" Wang Qiang gently walked to his mother's side and asked with concern.
Li Fang raised her head, with a hint of confusion in her eyes, "Qiangzi, I'm wondering, am I too selfish?"
Wang Qiang sat down and held his mother's hand, "Mom, you have the right to pursue your dreams, but family and safety are also very important. ”
Li Fang sighed, "I know, I don't want you to worry either. But...... I really want to go. ”
Wang Qiang thought for a while, and suddenly said, "Mom, otherwise, when you travel, I will take a long vacation and accompany you?"
Li Fang shook his head, "Then what's the matter, you're so busy with work, I can't drag you down." ”
At this time, the conversation between Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao echoed in Li Fang's mind, "Fang, life is to have dreams and pursuits...... Safety first ......"
Li Fang stood up, walked to the window, looked at the starry sky outside, and gradually made a decision in her heart.
The next day, as the family sat around the dining table, Li Fang cleared her throat and said solemnly: "I have decided, I still want to travel on National Day, but not alone." ”
Wang Qiang, Zhang Li, and Aunt Zhao were all stunned and looked at each other.
Li Fang continued: "I will go with Zhang Li, she is willing to accompany me. In this way, you can rest assured. ”
Wang Qiang was a little surprised, but seeing his mother's firm eyes, he knew that this was his mother's decision after careful consideration.
Zhang Li smiled and nodded, "Yes, I promised to accompany Sister Fang, we two old sisters can just take care of each other." ”
Aunt Zhao also said happily: "Great, so I'm relieved." You two have to be careful and have fun!"
Although Wang Qiang was still a little worried, he saw the insistence of his mother and Aunt Zhang Li, so he had no choice but to accept this decision, "Okay, Mom, then you must pay attention to safety and contact me at any time." ”
Li Fang smiled and nodded, "Don't worry, Qiangzi, we will." ”
In the early morning of the National Day, the sun shone on Li Fang's face through the curtains, and she opened her eyes, full of anticipation and excitement. Today, she will embark on a journey with her friend Zhang Li to realize her dream for many years.
"Mom, are you ready?" Wang Qiang walked into his mother's room with a smile on his face.
Li Fang sat up from the bed and nodded, "It's all ready, just wait for Aunt Zhang Li." ”
Wang Qiang walked up to his mother and whispered, "Mom, don't worry, I am at home." ”
Li Fang held her son's hand, and a trace of emotion flashed in her eyes, "Thank you, Qiangzi, your understanding and support are more important to your mother than anything else." ”
Wang Qiang smiled, "Mom, if you're happy, I'll be happy." Don't forget to take more photos and come back and show us. ”
At this time, Aunt Zhang Li arrived, and she walked into the room excitedly, "Fang, are you ready? Let's go!"
Li Fang stood up and picked up her luggage, "Okay, let's go." ”
Wang Qiang sent his mother and Aunt Zhang Li to the door, watched them get into a taxi, and drifted away. Although he was a little reluctant in his heart, he was more happy for his mother.
During the trip, Li Fang and Aunt Zhang Li enjoyed the fun of traveling, they visited places of interest, tasted local food, and took many beautiful photos. Every night, Li Fang would call Wang Qiang and share what she had seen and heard throughout the day.
"Qiangzi, you see, this is the Great Wall we went to today, it's spectacular!" Li Fang said excitedly on the phone.
Wang Qiang responded with a smile on the other end of the phone, "Mom, it sounds like you're having a lot of fun, I'm really happy for you." ”
Li Fang's trip not only allowed her to realize her personal dream, but also allowed Wang Qiang to see her mother's long-lost smile. He realized how important it was to support his mother in pursuing her dreams.
After the trip, Li Fang returned home full of memories. She sat around the living room with Wang Qiang, Aunt Zhang Li, and Aunt Zhao, sharing the bits and pieces of the trip.
"This trip not only allowed me to see the beautiful scenery, but also made me feel the understanding and support of my family and friends. Li Fang said with emotion.
Wang Qiang smiled and nodded, "Mom, I'm also very happy to see you so happy." In the future, I will support you even more in pursuing your dreams. ”
Aunt Zhang Li and Aunt Zhao also said that this trip allowed them to see the harmony and progress of Chinese families in the new era.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat