The Spring Festival is approaching, and the residential areas of the small town are filled with the annual festive atmosphere. In this slightly outdated community, the homes of Uncle Li and Granny Zhang stand out even more. The years have left deep marks on their homes: the walls are mottled and the furniture is old. But this year, Uncle Li decided to change all that.
"I've long said I'm going to clean up this house, so let's make a big difference this year. Uncle Li stroked his sideburns, which had become gray over the years, and said to his wife, Granny Zhang.
Granny Zhang replied with a smile while wiping the steaming steamer: "Cheng, at our age, we should also enjoy Qingfu and give Yueyue a surprise." "
They are such two people, always thinking about doing something for their daughter, even if they are frugal. No, the savings of 60,000 yuan were used to renovate the old house. In order to save money on renovation, they not only bought high-quality and inexpensive building materials, but Uncle Li also personally assisted the workers when they were decorating.
Uncle Li, who was fighting at the forefront of the renovation, wore a hard hat on his head, stacked brick by brick by the wall, and sweat soaked the back of his clothes unconsciously. Watching the old house that had fallen into disrepair gradually rejuvenated, he secretly rejoiced in his heart.
"Brother Li, this is really a new look! You are going to have a special year!" Lao Wang, the neighbor on the left, saw that Granny Zhang was walking around the house, her eyes were full of relief, and she couldn't help but praise.
Granny Zhang smiled, wiped the sweat on her face, and said, "It's all the old man's idea, and I am happy to look at it." If you save up money, it is estimated that you can leave a more decent home for Yueyue. "
The dialogue between the two old men always revolves around the family and their daughter, full of affection and hope for this small family. Even the neighbors in the community, seeing their efforts, smiled and nodded, admiring the intentions of the two old men.
"Look, isn't this wall much stronger than the original? This is imported latex paint, there is no smell, Yueyue will definitely like it when she comes back." Uncle Li pointed to the freshly painted wall with one hand and smiled smugly with the other.
"yes, I've had a lot of trouble painting this wall. People are getting old and their hands are shaking, so much so that I have to climb the ladder several times to start all over again. Granny Zhang also touched the wall, as if caressing her years of hard work.
As a result, this home, under the careful planning of the two old men, slowly became brighter. Despite the difficulties in the process, the two old men never gave up, and even gave up their all they had for the sake of a new look for their home.
Unconsciously, on the twenty-eighth day of the lunar month, everything in the family was finally ready. Old Uncle Li set up a table of New Year's goods, and Granny Zhang was busy preparing the Chinese New Year's Eve dinner in the kitchen. The sound of firecrackers outside the door pushed this joy to a climax. They looked at each other and smiled, their eyes full of anticipation for the upcoming New Year and when their daughter came home. The pace of the city is always overwhelmingly fast, and Li Yue gradually loses the tranquility and leisure of the past in the hustle and bustle of the city.
Working 9 to 5 every day made her mechanical and stiff. When I received the news that my parents had spent 60,000 yuan to renovate their hometown, my inner dissatisfaction followed.
"Mom, how can you be so reckless? 60,000 yuan, do you know how hard I work here?" Li Yue couldn't help but complain on the other end of the phone.
Granny Zhang listened to her daughter's anxious voice, and her heart was quite uncomfortable, "Child, this is our savings, which we will use to renovate the old house and welcome you home for the New Year." "
"But Mom, at your age, you should think about your future life, how can you be so impulsive? What's the use of decorating these now!" Li Yue's life in the city made her learn to calculate and pay more attention to the stability of material life.
"Yueyue, the family hasn't been repaired for so many years, and it's uncomfortable for you to come back. There is also a part of our heart for home, not only for you, but also for ourselves. Uncle Li tried to explain it from another angle.
But Li Yue didn't buy it, she felt that her parents' actions were ridiculous and meaningless, so she couldn't bear to argue with her parents, so she hung up the phone. Li Yue walked back and forth in the apartment irritably, and the emotions in her heart could not be calmed for a long time. But the cold wind in the middle of the night and the missed calls displayed on the phone screen made her feel lonely. In the heavy night, she had a lot of thoughts but didn't know what to do.
The next day, Li Yue decided to go home to visit her parents and check on the renovation. When I returned to that familiar and unfamiliar home, everything in front of me was so dazzling. She saw the neat walls, the bright lights, and the expectant and tired smiles of her parents.
"I just want you to have a good year, and see such a tidy home, and feel more comfortable. Granny Zhang took her daughter's hand and said softly.
"I... I know, but I still don't think it's worth the money. Li Yue's tone softened, but his eyes involuntarily looked at this brand new home.
At home, no matter how she expressed her dissatisfaction, her parents always patiently explained, explaining their love for her again and again with words and actions. The ice in Li Yue's heart began to melt slowly, but there were still some things that she couldn't let go.
At dinner, the siblings got together, and Li Yue listened to the family chatting about their lives and the changes in the community, and the laughter was especially intimate in the hustle and bustle of the city. Without the pressure of competition and the pursuit of materialism, she seems to have returned to the past at this moment.
"Oh Yueyue, look at this vase, it's from the market. It's not expensive, but it suits our style. Granny Zhang pointed to the vase on the table and said.
"Yes, these little things, the old man likes them, and visiting the market has become his hobby. The old neighbor jokingly accosted him.
Their laughter and love for life made Li Yue realize that he seemed to be really wrong. Only then did she realize that although her parents' choice seemed unwise, the emotions and attitude towards life contained in it were far more important than money. The atmosphere of the Spring Festival became stronger and stronger in the Li family, and relatives also came to this newly renovated home to gather. In the laughter, Li Yue's mood became heavier and heavier. As she watched this lively family gathering, she suddenly felt a sense of depression that she had never felt before.
"I said Mom and Dad, you are so old, is it really necessary to spend 60,000 yuan to decorate?" Li Yue couldn't help but ask at the dinner table.
"Yueyue, for the New Year, it's always better to be lively at home. Granny Zhang tried her best to reply to her daughter in a calm tone.
"But is it really worth spending money like this?" Li Yue's tone revealed a hint of blame.
The atmosphere suddenly froze. The family's chopsticks stopped in mid-air, looking at this supposed warm occasion, but they were surrounded by sudden embarrassment.
Uncle Li put down his chopsticks and looked solemn, "Yueyue, this is your mother's life savings and my life, we think very clearly." We can't stop the pursuit of a better quality of life just because we're older. ”
"But Dad, those 60,000 yuan can do a lot of more meaningful things. Li Yue insisted on her opinion.
"Does it make sense? Do you know that when you were a child, you always said that you would have a beautiful home in the future?" Uncle Li's voice trembled a little, "In order to fulfill your childhood wish, your mother and I have been saving money and looking forward to that day." ”
"You still remember the words I said when I was a child. Li Yue was a little surprised and stunned.
"Not only that, have you forgotten? It's your birthday next week. Back then, it always rained on your birthday, and you said that your greatest wish was to have a warm home of your own to celebrate. No, we've got you covered. Uncle Li's eyes were filled with tears.
Li Yue's eyes were also moist, "Dad, but I..."
"Yueyue, we know it's not easy for you to be outside, and we support your work. But don't forget, no matter how stormy it is outside, this is always your warm home. Granny Zhang took over the conversation.
The house was quiet, and only the sound of fireworks echoed outside the window. Li Yue looked at the home-cooked food on the table, thinking about the 60,000 yuan that his parents had saved, and the apologies in his heart came like a tide.
"Mom, Dad, I'm sorry, I was too selfish. Li Yue's voice trembled, "I support your decision." ”
The air became warm at this moment, and the faces of the family members were once again smiling. Li Yue understands that the 60,000 yuan is not only the value of money, but also the sustenance of his parents' affection and hope for their family. The New Year's bell had already sounded, and the atmosphere in the Li family had become unusually harmonious after that conflict. Li Yue sat beside her father, Uncle Li, and mother, Granny Zhang, her hand gently resting on their shoulders, feeling the warmth of the family.
"Mom and Dad, thank you, this home has become so warm. Li Yue's voice was gentle, and his eyes were full of gratitude.
"Yueyue, home is to make people feel warm, no matter what happens outside, you should be happy when you come home. Granny Zhang said with a smile, and gently touched her daughter's head with her hand.
"By the way, Yueyue, let's communicate more about anything in the future, and there is nothing that can't be solved between family members. Uncle Li said earnestly.
"Yes, Mom and Dad, I used to be too self-conscious, can you forgive me?" Li Yue asked apologetically.
"Silly boy, how can there be so many unforgiving things in the family. Granny Zhang waved her hand, her face full of mother's unique tolerance and love.
The three of them hugged each other tightly, and at that moment, Li Yue finally really felt the power of home. The outside world may change, but the feeling of home is eternal, it is an unchanging harbor.
At the end of the dinner, Li Yue helped clean up the table and put the family photo in a new frame. A hint of determination flashed in her eyes, and she knew that from this moment on, she would cherish all this in front of her even more.
The lights in the home are bright, the laughter is warm, and the fireworks outside the window are dazzling, projecting on everyone's faces, reflecting the brilliance of happiness. Singing and laughter are intertwined on this cold winter night, adding infinite warmth and hope for the new year.
"Isn't home a haven of love and understanding?" Li Yue whispered to herself, her heart filled with deep peace and joy.