Shen Xiaomei is a 30-year-old white-collar woman living in a bustling first-tier city. Her husband Zhang Xiaolong has a successful career, and the two have a 10-year-old son, Xiao Ming. A family of three originally lived at a fast pace and lacked intimate interaction.
One day, Shen Xiaomei had a whim and proposed that the whole family travel to Hainan to relax. "Honey, it's been a long time since we've had a good time going out. This time the company is on holiday, so let's take the opportunity to go to Hainan for a holiday!" Shen Xiaomei said excitedly to Zhang Xiaolong.
Zhang Xiaolong thought about it and felt that this proposal was good, "Okay, it just so happens that I have been relatively free recently, so we have a good time as a family and relax our mood." "
When Xiao Ming heard that his parents were going to take him to Hainan, he was immediately excited, "Great! I like the sea the most, when will we leave?"
Shen Xiaomei touched her son's head dotingly, "Good, mom has already booked the plane ticket and hotel, and we will leave the day after tomorrow!"
The trio immediately began to prepare for the trip. Shen Xiaomei is in charge of planning the trip, while Zhang Xiaolong is in charge of booking flights and hotels. Xiao Ming also actively participated in it and gave a lot of advice to his parents.
"We must go to the beach! I want to try surfing!" Xiao Ming said expectantly.
In this way, the family of three set off happily. On the plane, Shen Xiaomei kept paying attention to Xiao Ming's reaction, for fear that he would not be comfortable. Xiao Ming looked around excitedly, eager to reach his destination.
After arriving in Hainan, they first went to the famous tropical rainforest. Shen Xiaomei took Xiao Ming's hand and patiently explained to him all kinds of strange plants and animals. Xiao Ming excitedly asked all kinds of questions loudly.
"Mom, why did that monkey shake the branches like that?"
"Because it's looking for food, baby. Look how flexible it is!"
"Wow, that's amazing! I want to learn to swing around the trees like it!"
Shen Xiaomei smiled and said, "When we go home, we can find a forest, you can try it." "
Xiao Ming nodded excitedly, held his mother's hand tightly and continued to walk forward.
Zhang Xiaolong silently followed behind them, interrupted from time to time by work messages on his phone. Shen Xiaomei noticed her husband's absent-mindedness, and asked with some concern, "Honey, are you okay, do you need us to take a break?"
Zhang Xiaolong hurriedly said, "It's okay, I'm fine." You can keep playing, I'll just follow behind. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded and didn't say anything more, but she was still a little worried in her heart. She hopes that the trip will allow the whole family to relax and have fun.
Shen Xiaomei's family had a lot of fun in Hainan, and Xiao Ming was especially excited, and kept pulling his parents around to explore. However, Zhang Xiaolong was occasionally distracted by things at work, which made Shen Xiaomei a little worried.
One night, while the family was resting in the hotel room, Zhang Xiaolong took out his mobile phone again and began to deal with the company's affairs. Shen Xiaomei saw it in her eyes and couldn't help but say, "My dear, we played all day today, can you put down your work for a while and take a good rest?"
Zhang Xiaolong looked at his wife apologetically, "I'm sorry, baby, this is really a very urgent matter, I have to deal with it." You and Xiao Ming should rest first, and I'll be fine for a while. "
Shen Xiaomei sighed, "But, it's rare for us to come here for a vacation, why are you always held back by work? "
Zhang Xiaolong felt his wife's disappointment, and hurriedly said, "Okay, I know." When I'm done dealing with this, I'll put down my phone and play with you. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded, took Xiao Ming's hand and walked out of the room, leaving Zhang Xiaolong alone to continue to deal with the work.
Out of the room, Shen Xiaomei looked at Xiao Ming's excited appearance, and felt a little more relaxed in her heart. Xiao Ming took his mother's hand and said excitedly, "Mom, let's go swimming!
"Okay, baby, let's go swimming. Shen Xiaomei said with a smile, and the family went to the hotel's indoor swimming pool.
In the pool, Xiao Ming had a lot of fun, and Shen Xiaomei also relaxed, playing with her son. The family was happy, and Shen Xiaomei temporarily forgot about her husband's absent-mindedness just now.
Zhang Xiaolong said apologetically: "I'm sorry, baby, I know I've been too busy lately, but I really have to do these jobs." I promise that when I'm done with these things, I'll play with you wholeheartedly. "
Shen Xiaomei sighed, "Okay, then you can deal with it quickly." Xiao Ming and I will go to the beach first, and you will come to us later. "
Shen Xiaomei took Xiao Ming's hand and took him to the beach. As soon as Xiao Ming saw the sea, he immediately took off his shoes excitedly and rushed into the sea with bare feet without fear of the cold.
"Mom, it's so cool! Xiao Ming shouted excitedly.
Shen Xiaomei couldn't help laughing, "Yes, baby, the sea water is really comfortable." You play slowly, mom is here watching you. "
Shen Xiaomei sat on the beach, watching Xiao Ming frolicking in the sea, and felt relaxed in her heart. This is really a rare parent-child time, and she hopes that Zhang Xiaolong can come to accompany them as soon as possible.
After a while, Zhang Xiaolong really came to the beach. He looked at his wife and children who were having fun in the sea, and he felt warm in his heart. He walked to the beach, sat next to Shen Xiaomei, took her hand and said, "I'm sorry, baby, I took care of those things just now, now let's have fun as a family." "
Shen Xiaomei looked at her husband and smiled slightly, "It's okay, as long as you can be with us now." "
The three of them played and frolicked together on the beach, enjoying this rare family fun. At this moment, Shen Xiaomei's mobile phone suddenly rang.
"Hey, is it Mom? What's wrong?" Shen Xiaomei picked up the phone and said with some doubts.
"Xiaomei, how is your family doing in Hainan? I happen to be nearby, can I come over and see you?" The anxious voice of the mother-in-law came from the other end of the phone.
Shen Xiaomei was a little surprised, "Oh, Mom, are you coming to Hainan? That's great, we're in the hotel, you come here, we're on the beach." "
Hanging up the phone, Shen Xiaomei looked at her husband with some concern, "Honey, my mother said that she happened to be nearby and wanted to come and see us." What do you think?"
Zhang Xiaolong smiled slightly, "It's okay, since my mother is here, our family will be even more lively." "
Shen Xiaomei nodded, but she was a little uneasy in her heart. She feared that there would be another conflict between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, which would affect this rare family trip.
After a while, the mother-in-law really came to the beach. Seeing the family having so much fun, she also had a smile on her face.
"Oh, my good grandson, you're having a good time!" The mother-in-law stepped forward and touched Xiao Ming's head.
Xiao Ming also immediately called out "grandma" affectionately.
Shen Xiaomei stood up a little and greeted her mother-in-law, "Mom, I didn't expect you to come too." We're having fun. "
The mother-in-law nodded, "Yes, I happened to be nearby, so I came over to see you." How much did you spend on this trip? I heard that you are staying in a very luxurious hotel, so it must be a lot of money, right?"
Shen Xiaomei said a little uncomfortably: "Oh, it's not too much, it's just normal travel expenses." "
The mother-in-law frowned, "Why are you so wasted money? I can live at home for a few months with so much money." "
When Shen Xiaomei heard this, she immediately felt a little angry, "Mom, this is our own money, we can spend it however we want." You don't have to ask. "
There was a hint of displeasure in Shen Xiaomei's tone, and her mother-in-law obviously felt it too. Her face sank and she said, "I'm your mother, of course I have the right to ask about your expenses." This is my son's money, and you should tell me how you spend it. "
Hearing her mother-in-law's words, Shen Xiaomei's anger suddenly surged: "Mom, we are adults and have our own way of life. You shouldn't interfere too much in our affairs. "
Seeing this, Zhang Xiaolong hurriedly stepped forward to play a round: "Mom, don't be angry, we just want to relax." The trip did cost a lot of money, but it was all within reason. "
The mother-in-law snorted coldly: "Reasonable? I think you're wasting money, do you know where we can spend it?"
Shen Xiaomei felt that her anger was getting stronger and stronger, she tried to suppress the emotions in her heart, and said, "Mom, this is our own money, you don't have to worry about it." If you don't like the way we spend it, go back. "
Seeing that the atmosphere was getting more and more tense, Xiao Ming hurriedly pulled the corner of his mother's clothes and whispered: "Mom, grandma, don't be angry, our family should play happily." "
Shen Xiaomei looked at her son, her heart softened, but she still couldn't help but say to her mother-in-law: "Mom, we're here to relax, don't talk about it anymore, okay?"
The mother-in-law glanced at Shen Xiaomei coldly and said, "Relax, you are just wasting money! I see that you don't take me seriously at all." Since you don't want to listen to me, then I won't stay here to bother you. "
After saying that, the mother-in-law turned around angrily and left, leaving the family of three looking at each other.
Shen Xiaomei felt that her mood suddenly became very bad, and she said with some annoyance: "Alas, I knew that my mother would make such a fuss when she came." It's annoying!"
Zhang Xiaolong patted his wife's shoulder comfortingly: "Don't be angry, baby. Let's play with Xiao Ming and don't let this affect our trip. "
Shen Xiaomei sighed and nodded. She took Xiao Ming's hand and barely squeezed out a smile: "Let's go, baby, let's continue to play!"
The family continued to play on the beach again, but Shen Xiaomei's mood was obviously affected. While accompanying her son, she thought about how to communicate with her mother-in-law.
It wasn't until she returned to the hotel room in the evening that Shen Xiaomei finally couldn't help but say to Zhang Xiaolong: "Honey, I think I should really go and have a good talk with your mother." The trip was supposed to be a happy time for the family, but it turned out to be ruined by her. "
Zhang Xiaolong nodded, "I also think you should talk to her." It's hard for our family to come out and play, and we hope to enjoy this time. "
Shen Xiaomei plucked up her courage and went to find her mother-in-law alone. She knocked on the door of her mother-in-law's room, and when her mother-in-law opened the door, she saw that it was her, and her face was still a little unpleasant.
"Mom, can I talk to you?" Shen Xiaomei spoke cautiously.
The mother-in-law said coldly: "What is there to talk about, you are just wasting money." "
Shen Xiaomei took a deep breath and said patiently, "Mom, I know you may think we are spending too much. But this trip is important for us, and we want to relax and bond. Can you understand us?"
The mother-in-law was silent for a while before she spoke, "Of course I hope you can be happy." But I'm really worried that you're spending so lavishly. Our family's savings are not endless. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded, "I understand your concern. But the cost of this trip is within our reach, so you don't have to worry too much. Why don't we plan our living expenses together so that you can rest assured?"
When the mother-in-law heard this, her face softened slightly, "Okay, then let's discuss it together." "
Shen Xiaomei breathed a sigh of relief and thanked her mother-in-law for her understanding. The two sat down and began to talk about the family's finances together.
After this frank communication, Shen Xiaomei felt that the relationship between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law had eased greatly. She also realizes that there will inevitably be conflicts and disagreements in life, but as long as they are resolved in an understanding and tolerant way, family relationships can be more harmonious.
After the journey, the family let go of their previous suspicions and enjoyed the family fun. Xiao Ming played specially, and Shen Xiaomei and Zhang Xiaolong also felt the power of family affection.
In the end, the family returned home safely. Shen Xiaomei sincerely thanked her for the harvest of this trip, and she decided to arrange a family trip every year in the future to cherish each other and enhance the relationship.
When they got home, the family felt a lot more relaxed. Xiao Ming excitedly shared the interesting story of the trip with his parents, and Shen Xiaomei and Zhang Xiaolong also listened with relish.
"Mom, do you remember when I was playing in the sea? Xiao Ming said excitedly.
Shen Xiaomei smiled dotingly and said, "Remember, we had a lot of fun on the beach." You had such a good time, my dad and I were so happy to watch. "
Zhang Xiaolong also nodded approvingly: "Yes, my son played too much, and we also felt your happiness." The trip was so great for our family. "
Xiao Ming heard his parents' compliment, and his face was filled with a bright smile. He took his parents' hands and said excitedly, "Are we going to travel next year?"
Shen Xiaomei touched her son's hair dotingly: "Okay, we must go out to play again next year." But there may have been some hiccups on this trip, as you have seen. "
Xiao Ming tilted his head and thought for a while, and then said, "Yes, when grandma came, you and grandma seemed to have quarreled." But then I think you seem to have reconciled again. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded: "Yes, we did quarrel when grandma came." But then we communicated well and finally understood each other's thoughts. You see, as long as everyone is willing to communicate, the problem can be solved. "
Xiao Ming nodded thoughtfully: "Well, I understand." Then when we go out to play in the future, we have to explain it to grandma so that there will be no quarrels. "
Zhang Xiaolong smiled dotingly and said, "Yes, my son is right. As a family, we need to understand each other and communicate more, so that we can have more fun. "
The family chatted happily about this pleasant trip, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
After Xiao Ming fell asleep, Shen Xiaomei and Zhang Xiaolong continued to chat about the trip in the living room.
"Honey, although there were some hiccups on the trip, overall I felt great. We all had a lot of fun as a family and our relationship became more harmonious. Shen Xiaomei said with emotion.
Zhang Xiaolong nodded: "Yes, this trip is very important to us. I also found that I was too focused on work and neglected my family. In the future, I will pay attention to maintaining a work-life balance. "
Shen Xiaomei smiled and said, "I'm glad to hear you say that. The relationship between our family is really important, and I hope that in the future we can go out often to enhance the relationship. "
Zhang Xiaolong reached out and put his arm around his wife's shoulder: "Well, I think so too." Let's start planning our next trip next year and make the whole family happy. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded, leaning on her husband's arms, feeling the warmth. She knows that as long as the whole family can understand each other and resolve conflicts with love, their family will definitely become happier and happier.
At this moment, Shen Xiaomei's mobile phone rang. She looked at the caller ID and it was her mother-in-law calling. She hesitated, but picked it up anyway.
"Hey, Mom, what's wrong?" Shen Xiaomei asked cautiously.
"Xiaomei, I've been thinking about this trip just now. I want to apologize to you, I may have gone too far. The mother-in-law's voice sounded apologetic.
Shen Xiaomei was a little surprised, but still said gently: "It's okay, Mom." I understand your concern, and we will definitely pay more attention to our finances in the future. "
"Well, that's good. I've just figured it out, you're adults, and you should be up to you when it comes to managing your money. I shouldn't interfere too much. I'm sorry, I'll try not to say that in the future. The mother-in-law said.
Shen Xiaomei felt very relieved, she said, "It's okay, Mom." I understand your good intentions. Our family must communicate more in the future and enhance their relationship. "
Shen Xiaomei put down her phone and said to Zhang Xiaolong: "Honey, I talked to your mother on the phone just now, and she said that she will try not to interfere in our lives in the future." "
Zhang Xiaolong breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's great, it seems that this trip is really good for everyone." Our family must communicate more in the future and enhance their relationship. "
Shen Xiaomei nodded, feeling very down-to-earth. She believes that as long as the whole family treats each other with understanding and tolerance, they will be able to build a more harmonious and happy family.