"Hello everyone, my name is Zhang Wei, I am 35 years old this year, and I am an ordinary office worker. My parents are both retired, my father is an ordinary worker who used to work in a machine shop, and my mother is an unemployed housewife. "I took a deep breath and remembered the hard times for my parents. "Since I was a child, I have watched them work so hard and sacrifice so much to provide for my education. What they expect from me is to have a stable life and not work as hard as they do. I clasped my hands and frowned slightly, and the faces of my parents came to mind.
"Dad, Mom, I'm admitted to college!" It was a summer day many years ago, and I happily ran into the house, lifted the quilt, and loudly told my parents the good news as they lay in bed.
"Really? Great!" My mother sat up from the bed excitedly and hugged me tightly, tears streaming down her face. My father also got up from the sun lounger with a smile, patted me on the shoulder and said, "Well done, son! "
"Wife, I will accompany you well in the days after I retire, walk around, and cook a delicious meal for you to taste. Father whispered.
"That's good, we've worked hard for most of our lives, and it's time to enjoy our old age. My mother replied with a smile, and I could imagine the happy look on her face.
Mother was a lively and cheerful person who always looked at life with hope. She is busy in the kitchen every day, preparing three meals for the family. Sometimes I would see her standing in front of the window, looking into the distance, with a touch of melancholy on her face. I knew she must be thinking about my sister and me's future. She hopes that we can live the life we yearn for and not work hard all our lives like them.
It was an ordinary Sunday morning, and I was resting at home when my phone rang suddenly. When I picked up the phone, it was my father.
"Hey, son, I'm not feeling well and I've been in the hospital for a check-up. Father's voice was a little weak.
"What's going on? Are you okay now?" I was startled and hurriedly asked.
"It seems that the old problem has been repeated, and the doctor said that surgery may be needed. Father sighed.
"Okay Dad, I'll go over here!" I immediately got dressed and hurried to the hospital. Along the way, I was extremely anxious. My father's health has never been good, and our family can't afford the high medical bills. I couldn't help but blame myself that if I had made more money, I wouldn't have made my father work so hard.
When I got to the hospital, I saw that my wife had already arrived before me. She was standing in the hallway, her hands on her hips, a hint of displeasure on her face. I cautiously stepped forward, and she spoke.
"Your father has a pension of more than 6,000 a month, why do you need us to contribute so much money?" She asked, frowning.
"Well, I don't know. I explained hesitantly, "Mom and Dad should have saved up their pension." "
"So where did they spend their money, and did you discipline them well?" The wife's tone became sharper and sharper.
"Why do you talk like that? They've worked for us all their lives!" I finally couldn't help but raise the volume.
"So what? Now that they've squandered their money, and they're asking us to pay for it, isn't that unreasonable?" The wife kept talking.
I was speechless and could only bow my head in silence. The wife is right, the whereabouts of the parents' pension are indeed questionable. But how could I be so serious about them? My heart was again filled with helplessness and guilt.
When we entered the ward, we saw my father lying on the bed, his eyes dark. I stepped forward and patted the back of his hand gently, and he slowly opened his eyes and looked at me with a grinning smile.
"Dad, don't worry, no matter how much money is needed, I will find a way to raise it. I hurriedly comforted him.
"Don't talk about that, son. The father waved his hand and said firmly, "I know that your income is not easy now, so why do you want to burden me with this old bone?"
"But Dad, your health is the most important thing. "My eyes were a little moist.
"At my age, I'm very content to live until now. My father patted the back of my hand and said earnestly, "You have to live a good life and support your family in the future." "
I was touched by my father's strength and courage and realized once again how much he expected of me. I was determined to let my father survive this illness no matter what.
After leaving the hospital, I explained to my wife again the situation of my parents. She finally calmed down, and realized that her previous words had gone too far.
"I'm sorry I was so upset that I just said nothing. The wife whispered, apologetic on her face.
"It's okay, I understand your feelings. I stepped forward and hugged her, "It's because we haven't done our part to make our parents work so hard." In the future, I will definitely work harder and share the expenses of the family. "
"Well, let's work together. The wife nodded, her eyes determined.
A warm current swelled up in my heart again. With my wife's understanding and support, I consider myself extremely lucky. We must take responsibility for this family together, so that parents can completely let go of the burden in their hearts.
When I got home, my mother was already waiting at the door. She took my hand, her eyes full of worry.
"How's your dad doing, how much does it cost?" She asked again and again.
"Mom, don't worry too much. I gently shook her hands, "Dad said we don't have to worry about it, he will pay for the surgery himself." "
"But where do we have so much money?" Mother sighed, "Forget it, even if we don't have money, we have to find a way to treat your father." "
"Mom, you can rest at home, and we will take care of the medical expenses. I said firmly.
My mother stared at me with pride and relief in her eyes. I know that she has been looking forward to me being the head of the family and taking on my responsibilities well. She shook my hand and encouraged me with a warm, powerful gaze.
I was secretly determined that no matter what, I wanted my parents to live the life they had been looking forward to for a long time. I will use my own hands to create a carefree environment for them.
My father's surgery was quickly scheduled, and our whole family came to the hospital with trepidation. The surgery was a success, but when the nurse told us the exact cost, we were all shocked.
"Sir, your father's surgery, medicine and hospitalization costs cost a total of 200,000 yuan. The nurse said categorically.
200,000 yuan? This figure far exceeded our expectations. Our family looked at each other and didn't know what to do. The father covered his face, the wife slumped in the chair, and the mother clenched her fists tightly, her lips trembling slightly.
I know that our families who have been poor all their lives simply cannot afford this astronomical cost. However, if left untreated, my father's life would be at risk. My mind went blank, and all I saw was darkness and despair.
Just when I was in a great predicament, my wife once again gave me a glimmer of hope. She held my hand tightly, her eyes full of determination.
"It's okay, we'll find a way to raise money. She said to me, "I've inquired that if we mortgage the house, plus your salary, we should be able to make up the money." "
"But in that case, we're going to be heavily in debt. I frowned, worried.
"So what? As long as your dad is healthy, it's worth the price. The wife's tone was firm, "We are a family, and we have to share weal and woe." I'll take care of it this time, okay?"
I hugged my wife tightly and whispered in her ear, "Thank you, I'll work extra hard to get us through this." "
My wife nodded, and my fingers were interlocked, and we were like two warriors fighting side by side, vowing to work together to overcome the many hurdles of life.
Just as we were about to mortgage the property, something unexpected happened. One weekend afternoon, I received an unfamiliar phone number.
"Hey, is it Zhang Wei? I'm your high school classmate Xiao Ming!"
"Xiao Ming, long time no see!Why did you call me suddenly?" I asked, surprised.
"Haha, I have good news for you!" Xiao Ming said excitedly, "Do you remember when we were in high school, we did an entrepreneurial project? That project is now being acquired by a large company, and each of us can get a return of more than 1 million!"
"What?!" I almost jumped, "Is what you're saying true?"
"Of course, the money has already been transferred to my account! I'll transfer your share to you as soon as possible. Xiao Ming smiled heartily.
After learning the great news, we immediately rushed to the hospital to report the good news to our parents. As soon as we entered the room, my mother noticed the smile on our faces.
"What's wrong? You two are so happy today?" Mother asked, confused.
"Mom, we have good news for you!" I excitedly said, "I did an entrepreneurial project with my classmates in high school, and now it has been acquired by a large company, and each person can get more than 1 million!"
"Really? Great!" My mother burst into tears and hugged us both tightly.
Although my father was lying on the hospital bed, he also had a smile on his face that he had not seen for a long time. I hurriedly walked up to him, held his hand and said, "Dad, in the future, you will completely forget about the medical expenses, and we will pay all the money for you." "
The father nodded vigorously, tears welling up in the corners of his eyes. I could feel that the burden on his heart was finally lifted. He's worked for us for so many years, and now he can finally relax.
At this touching moment, the nurse also walked in, and when she saw the scene of us hugging and crying, she asked in confusion, "What's the matter?
"yes, we suddenly have a windfall income in our family, which is enough to pay off all the medical bills!" I happily told the nurse.
"Great, then let's complete the discharge procedures for your father immediately!" The nurse said with a smile.
Our whole family looked at each other and smiled, and our hearts were filled with great joy and happiness. At this moment, we seem to have forgotten all our troubles and pains, and we are left with endless gratitude to the Divine. It is the heavens that favor us and give us a chance to start over.
"In the past, our family was so poor that we couldn't take care of any family affection. Your mother and I think about how to feed you brothers and sisters every day, so how can we have the extra mind to think about what we have and don't?"
Mother nodded, and then said, "Yes, we were really tired at that time, and we were tired every day until the evening. But now that I think about it, no matter how hard and tired I am, as long as the family is together, it is the greatest happiness. "
I looked at my parents' wrinkled faces and had mixed feelings. Yes, they have done so much to feed us. And our generation, although the material conditions are better, often ignore the importance of family affection.
The wife also spoke: "I used to always worry about money, and I also had some inappropriate words and deeds towards your in-laws. Now that I think about it, money is important, but family affection is even more precious. With family affection, we will have a common goal and motivation to struggle. "
I nodded with deep feeling, family affection is like a solid backing, so that we never give up in the face of adversity. It is precisely because of the support and encouragement of our loved ones that we can overcome difficulties again and again and move forward.
"Then what do you think is more important, money or family affection?" Father suddenly threw out a question.
We were deep in thought, and after a while, I finally spoke: "I think money and family go hand in hand. Money can bring us material satisfaction, but family affection can give us spiritual comfort. Money without family affection is pale and powerless, and family affection without money will be stretched. Therefore, we must cherish both and strive to obtain them, but we must also know how to make trade-offs and balances. "
Everyone nodded their heads and seemed to resonate with my opinion. At this moment, our affection for each other seems to be stronger and deeper.
Just as we were grateful for our affection, my father spoke again: "Children, you can have today because of God's favor. As a family, we should be very grateful to God for the gift of seizing the opportunity to live a good life. "
"That's right, Dad, I will continue to work hard to make our lives better and better. I said sincerely.
"I will also teach my husband and children well and share the worries of my family. The wife made a solemn promise.
The mother also nodded and said, "I will live frugally, save the money, and buy a house and land for you in the future." "
In this way, our family is blessed with each other and looks forward to a better future. The room was filled with a warmth and happiness that we had never seen before, and we seemed to have forgotten all the troubles of the past and only thought about the hope in front of us.
My father patted me on the shoulder with a smile and said earnestly, "Son, you must firmly remember that no matter what difficulties you encounter in the future, you must face them with strength and never give up." As long as we are a family with one heart and one mind, there is nothing that cannot be overcome. "
I nodded vigorously, my eyes resolute: "Yes Dad, I will remember your teachings, pursue my ideals, and live the good life that you and my mother are looking forward to." "
I know it's just a new beginning in life. On this thorny road, our family will support each other and share weal and sorrow until we reach the other side of our dreams.
A month later, my father was finally discharged from the hospital. Despite his age, his mental outlook is more youthful than ever. I drove to pick him up, and he walked slowly out of the hospital gate on crutches.
"Dad, from now on, you can rest at home, just tell me anything. I said, holding him tightly.
My father turned his head, stared at me lovingly, nodded, and said, "Good boy, I know you will work harder." But you also have to pay attention to your body, don't be like our older generation, spending all your youth on work. "