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My name is Wang Lihua and I am 67 years old this year. The family has three sons, a daughter-in-law, and a pair of grandchildren. Although our family is not wealthy, it is also a well-off family. My wife died early, leaving me alone at home. Although my sons had started their own families, they were still filial to me, visiting me from time to time and telling me that I was in good health.
However, the recent situation at home has given me some headaches. It turns out that my eldest son's wife, Xiaojuan, has always been a good daughter-in-law who is well-behaved and sensible, but her emotional changes in recent months have made me very confused. I don't understand what happened to her, why she was always depressed, and even cried alone with her baby in her arms.
It started half a year ago, when Xiaojuan's attitude suddenly became a little cold, and she no longer treated me as enthusiastically as before. I asked her if she was having any difficulties, but she always replied vaguely, "It's fine, it's just a little uncomfortable." "I didn't want to ask too many questions at the time, for fear of disturbing her.
However, this has continued until recently. Last week, I suddenly received a call from Xiaojuan, and her crying voice came from the other end of the phone: "Mom, please, come and take my own mother away!" I couldn't believe my ears, how could this be from Xiaojuan's mouth?
I quickly asked her what was going on, but she just cried more and said incoherently, "Mom, you must come, I can't stand it!" What the hell is going on? I can't help but start worrying about Xiaojuan's situation.
The next day, I packed my bags ahead of time and planned to go to my eldest son's house to see what was going on. Walking on the road, my heart turned upside down, and I didn't know how to face this sudden situation. Either way, I'll have to figure it out and see if I can help a little.
When I arrived at the door of my eldest son's house, I saw Xiaojuan standing at the door waiting for me. Her eyes were red and swollen, and she did look heartbroken. I walked forward quickly, took her hand, and asked with concern, "Xiaojuan, what's wrong with you?"
She sobbed and said, "Mom, you're here." Come on in. ”
I followed her into the house and as soon as I entered the door I heard the noise of the children. The eldest son was watching TV in the living room, and when he saw me coming, he stood up and said with a smile, "Mom, you're here." ”
I nodded, then looked around and saw that the atmosphere at home was indeed a little tense. I asked tentatively, "Xiaojuan, have you invited your own mother?"
Xiaojuan shook her head, tears coming out of her eyes again: "Mom, I really can't stand it, my own mother...... She ......"
Before she could finish her sentence, she was stopped by tears. My heart tightened, could it be that Xiaojuan's own mother did something excessive?
Seeing this, the eldest son came over and shook Xiaojuan's hand, and comforted him gently: "Mom, don't worry, speak slowly." ”
Xiaojuan choked up and continued: "My own mother recently came to live in my house, and I was very happy, but she ...... She was always critical of me, saying at every turn that I was ignorant and wouldn't take care of the family. Last night, when she saw that I hadn't cooked well, she got angry at me and said a lot of nasty things......"
I felt sad for a while, what was going on? How could Xiaojuan's own mother do this to her? I comforted Xiaojuan and said, "Don't be sad, Mom is here, I will solve this problem with you." ”
Xiaojuan wiped her tears, nodded slightly, and then added: "Mom, you have to help me make it clear, I really can't stand her." ”
I assured Xiaojuan, "Don't worry, I'll help you make it clear." ”
At this time, the eldest son suddenly said: "Mom, I also think what Xiaojuan said is right, her own mother is really always critical of her when she comes, we have to communicate with her well." ”
I nodded, secretly glad in my heart that at least the eldest son was on Xiaojuan's side. I said to him, "Yes, we need to talk to her and see if we can solve the problem." ”
At this time, the grandchildren also came over and chatted around me about their own affairs, and the atmosphere gradually became lively. I secretly rejoiced in my heart that at least the family was still united and harmonious.
After dinner, I offered to talk to Xiaojuan's own mother. My eldest son and my youngest son agreed with me, so we sat down together and prepared to face the problem.
I tentatively asked, "Xiaojuan's mother, how are you doing living here lately?"
Xiaojuan's own mother frowned and said, "It's okay, it's just that things at home are a little unpleasant." ”
And I asked, "Yes, can you tell us what it is, and maybe we can figure it out together." ”
Xiaojuan's own mother paused, and then said: "Actually, Xiaojuan is not careful enough, I can't get used to seeing her always like this, so I can't help but say a few words." ”
When I heard this, my heart sank, and sure enough, it was. I patiently explained: "Sister, do you know? Everyone's personality and habits are different, Xiaojuan is a good daughter-in-law, and I see her dedication to the family. Maybe we can be more tolerant and understand each other. ”
Xiaojuan's own mother seemed a little unhappy when she heard my words, but she still nodded and said that she would try her best to change her attitude. I secretly rejoiced in my heart, it seems that this time the problem has been solved for the time being.
In the evening, I sat with Xiaojuan and chatted. She told me that she had always been reluctant to tell me the truth, for fear that I would be worried. I comforted her and told her that no matter what problems we encountered, we are all a family and should support each other to get through it together.
In this way, an unexpected family crisis was finally resolved through our efforts. I was secretly glad in my heart, thanking God for giving me the opportunity to do my part for my family.
As time passed, the atmosphere in the home gradually eased. Xiaojuan's own mother also began to get along with us more harmoniously. I am glad that this turmoil did not cause much damage to the family relationship, but made us know how to tolerate and understand each other better.
One evening a few days later, I was sitting in my living room watching TV when I suddenly heard a knock on the door. I got up to open the door and saw a strange middle-aged woman standing in the doorway, looking at me anxiously.
I asked, "Who are you? What's the matter?"
The woman hurriedly said, "Hello, I am Xiaojuan's neighbor. I heard that you are her mother-in-law, and I came to you for a favor. ”
I was a little surprised, I didn't know what she was looking for me. I warmly invited her in and said, "Please be seated, may I ask you for anything you can help with?"
After the neighbor sat down, he said with a panicked expression: "That's the case, my water pipe is leaking, I have found many people and no one has repaired it, does your eldest son know a little bit about this? Can you ask him to help?"
I listened to her words and was shocked, I didn't expect that she was looking for me for this matter. I quickly comforted her and said, "It's okay, I'll help you tell your eldest son and let him come and help you see." ”
The neighbor listened to me, thanked me repeatedly, and left my house in a hurry. I was secretly glad that this matter didn't seem too serious, just a minor trouble.
The next morning, I found my eldest son and told him about my neighbors. The eldest son immediately said he would like to go over and have a look, so we went to the neighbor's house together.
When the neighbor saw us, he immediately smiled with satisfaction and thanked us repeatedly. When we entered the house, we found that there was indeed a problem with the water pipes, and the water was dripping. The eldest son carefully checked it and said, "It's not a big problem, I'll fix it right away." ”
As he spoke, the eldest son took out his tools and began to get busy. My neighbor and I were on the sidelines to hand over tools and prepare the materials needed for the repairs. It's just a small thing, but I'm very relieved that my family is proud to be able to help our neighbors.
The repair work went smoothly and was all completed in less than an hour. The neighbor happily said, "Thank you, thank you so much!"
The eldest son smiled and said, "You're welcome, the neighbors are in trouble, and our family can help at any time." ”
I also echoed: "Yes, you can come to us if you have any questions in the future." ”
The neighbors looked at us gratefully, their eyes full of emotion and joy. I was secretly glad that I was able to establish such a friendly relationship with my neighbors, which made me feel extremely satisfied.
After fixing the water pipes, we said goodbye to our neighbors and returned home. When I get home, I feel extra happy because being able to help others makes me feel meaningful.
When I got home, I saw Xiaojuan sorting out the books on the shelves in the living room. She heard us coming back and quickly stood up to greet us with a smile on her face.
I walked over and asked with concern, "Xiaojuan, what are you doing?"
Xiaojuan smiled and said, "Mom, I think the bookshelf is a little messy, so I want to tidy it up." ”
I smiled and nodded, secretly praising her diligence and carefulness. I walked over to help her sort out her books, and by the way, I talked to her about helping her neighbor fix the water pipes today.
Xiaojuan listened to my description and said with a smile, "Mom, you guys are really good. My neighbor is also experiencing some difficulties, and I didn't even think to ask you for help. ”
I smiled and shook my head, and said, "It's nothing, neighbors should help each other." You can come to us if you have any difficulties in the future. ”
Xiaojuan nodded, her eyes full of gratitude. I was secretly relieved to be able to see Xiaojuan's smile, which made me feel extremely happy.
At this time, the eldest son came over and said with a smile: "Mom, I just told the neighbor that I can come directly to me if there is anything in the future, and I will try my best to help." ”
I smiled and patted him on the shoulder and said, "Good boy, that's right." You brothers and sisters need to support each other and get through this together. ”
The eldest son nodded, indicating that he would remember my teachings. I secretly rejoiced in my heart as I watched my children grow up and become responsible people.
In the evening, our family sat around the dining table for dinner, and the atmosphere was very harmonious and warm. I looked at the dishes on the table and felt very emotional, and I felt that I was really happy.
After dinner, Xiaojuan and I cleaned up the table together, and then sat in the living room drinking tea and chatting. We talked about family, life, and shared some of each other's moods and feelings.
During the conversation, I suddenly remembered the scene when Xiaojuan called me during the day today. I asked curiously, "Xiaojuan, when you called me before, why did you say that you wanted me to drive your own mother away?"
Xiaojuan listened to my question, and an embarrassed expression suddenly appeared on her face. She lowered her head and said softly: "Mom, in fact, I was really uncomfortable at that time, after my own mother came, she was always critical of me, and I felt so wronged." ”
My heart moved, and I understood Xiaojuan's mood. I patted her hand lightly and comforted: "Xiaojuan, I understand, you can tell me anything in the future." We are a family that supports each other and gets through it together. ”
Xiao Juan listened to my words, a trace of emotion flashed in her eyes, and she nodded, indicating that she would remember my teachings. I was secretly relieved that I had a sensible and filial daughter-in-law.
In the evening, I sat alone in my study, quietly thinking about what had happened today. Every member of the family, every detail, has left a deep imprint on my heart.
Suddenly, the phone rang, interrupting my thoughts. I picked up the phone and heard a familiar voice on the other end of the line: "Mom, are you there?"
It was Xiaojuan's voice. My heart moved, and I hurriedly said, "Xiaojuan, I'm here, what's the matter?"
Xiaojuan's voice sounded a little anxious: "Mom, my own mother came to me again, she seems to be a little angry, I don't know what to do." ”
My heart tightened, but I didn't expect the problem to arise again. I comforted Xiaojuan and said, "Don't worry, I'll go over and have a look right away." ”
I hurried to Xiaojuan's house and found Xiaojuan and her own mother talking in the living room. Xiaojuan's own mother saw me coming, and a look of surprise flashed in her eyes.
I walked over and smiled and said to her, "Hello, Auntie. Xiaojuan said you came to her, is there anything wrong?"
Xiaojuan's own mother frowned and said, "That's the case, I've been a little unwell recently and want to borrow it for a few days." ”
I listened to her words and wondered why she had come over suddenly. But I still smiled and said, "No problem, whatever you want." ”
Xiaojuan's own mother nodded, and seemed to be relieved. I'm glad I didn't seem to be too serious this time.
In the evening, I sat in the living room with Xiaojuan's own mother drinking tea and chatting. I tried to get closer to her and get to know her life situation.
She told me that she had been living alone recently and felt a little lonely, so she wanted to come over to find Xiaojuan. I listened to her words and felt that maybe she just needed a little company.
I comforted her and said, "Auntie, you can come to us for anything in the future, and our family will try our best to help." ”
Xiaojuan's own mother listened to my words, a trace of gratitude flashed in her eyes, and she said, "Thank you, I will take good care of myself." ”
I smiled and nodded, feeling a hint of relief in my heart. Perhaps, every member of the family needs a love and tolerance, and I am willing to give it to them in my best ability.
At night, I sat alone in the courtyard, looking at the stars in the sky, feeling extremely peaceful and content. Although there are all kinds of problems in the family, as long as we stick together and face them together, everything will be better.