Aunt Wang, the mother, got off the green train in her hometown with a large bag and embarked on a journey to the city where her son Li Ming lived. She was both excited and apprehensive, after all, it was the first time she had left a familiar town and come to this big city with many high-rise buildings. Her expectations for her son are beyond words, and her heart is full of curiosity and yearning for modern life.
"Mom, you've finally arrived, aren't you tired?" Li Ming stood at the exit of the station, with a gentle smile on his face, and took the luggage from his mother's hand.
"I'm not tired, I'm in good spirits when I see you!" Aunt Wang replied with a smile, her eyes flashing with pride in her son and anticipation for the future.
Li Ming's home is located in a prosperous part of the city, a small but warm apartment. As soon as Aunt Wang entered the door, she was attracted by the neatness and modernity of the house. She looked around curiously, filled with a sense of freshness to everything.
"Mom, you sit down first, I'll pour you a glass of water. Li Ming said, turning and walking towards the kitchen.
Aunt Wang sat on the sofa, looking around at the living room full of modern design, and secretly admired in her heart. She noticed a bouquet of flowers on the dining table, which Li Ming had specially prepared to welcome her mother.
"This flower is so beautiful, Ming'er, you're quite emotional. Aunt Wang smiled and praised.
Li Ming came out of the kitchen with a water glass, and when he heard his mother's praise, his face showed a hint of pride, "Mom, it's good if you like it." ”
In the evening, Li Ming took his mother to a famous restaurant and ordered a table full of dishes. Aunt Wang looked at the table full of delicacies, her heart was full of emotion, she felt that her son had really grown up and knew how to take care of people.
"Mom, eat more, these are the things you like to eat. Li Ming kept picking up vegetables for his mother, with a happy smile on his face.
Aunt Wang ate with relish, but at the same time noticed her son's frugality. She found that Li Ming didn't order too many expensive dishes, and the portion of each dish was just right, which was not wasted and enough for the two of them to eat.
"Ming'er, why don't you order a few more dishes, let's have a good meal." Aunt Wang asked a little puzzled.
Li Ming explained with a smile, "Mom, don't you pay attention to economy now, besides, these dishes are enough for us to eat, and it is a waste to order too much and not finish eating." ”
When Aunt Wang heard this, she felt a little uncomfortable in her heart, she felt that her son was too stingy. But looking at her son's sincerity on his face, she couldn't bear to say anything, she just ate silently, and had a trace of doubt about her son's lifestyle.
The next day, Aunt Wang began her exploration in her son Li Ming's apartment. She noticed the neatly arranged ingredients in the kitchen, each labeled with the date of purchase, and the food in the fridge organized by category.
"Ming'er, why are you so particular about buying groceries?" Aunt Wang asked curiously.
"Mom, this way you can avoid waste, and eating fresh food is good for your body. Li Ming explained that he was busy preparing breakfast, a simple bowl of white porridge with a few side dishes.
Aunt Wang sat down and looked at the breakfast in front of her, feeling a little lost. She was accustomed to the hearty breakfast in her hometown, and the porridge and side dishes in front of her made her feel that her son's life was too simple.
"Shall we eat this today?" Aunt Wang couldn't help but ask.
"Yes, Mom, breakfast is simple, good for the body. Li Ming replied with a smile, he didn't seem to notice his mother's disappointment.
At lunch, Li Ming took his mother to a cheap restaurant and ordered two home-cooked dishes. Aunt Wang found that even when eating out, her son still maintained a thrifty habit.
"Ming'er, why don't you order something good?" Aunt Wang was a little dissatisfied.
"Mom, these dishes are already very good, and it's a waste if we can't finish them. Li Ming patiently explained.
In the evening, Aunt Wang found a pile of old books and magazines in Li Ming's study, and she was surprised to find that these books were still being read by her son.
"These books are so old, why are you still reading?" Aunt Wang was puzzled.
"Mom, books are the source of knowledge, the old and the new are not important, the important thing is the content. Li Ming said seriously.
Aunt Wang was silent, and she began to realize that her son's thrift was not simply stingy, but a thoughtful attitude to life. But as a mother, she still hopes that her son can live a better life and enjoy life.
"Ming'er, are you so frugal because you don't have enough money?" asked Aunt Wang with concern.
"Mom, no. Li Ming shook his head with a smile, "My annual salary of 350,000 is enough." I just think that money should be spent wisely, and unnecessary expenses can be saved. ”
Aunt Wang listened to it, and her heart was mixed. She began to reflect on her own misunderstanding of her son, while also being proud of his son's maturity and rationality.
Aunt Wang lived in Li Ming's apartment for a few days, and she gradually adapted to her son's frugal lifestyle, but she still had some doubts in her heart. One night, Li Ming invited a few friends to his home for dinner, and Aunt Wang also participated.
The atmosphere of the party was warm and relaxed, and everyone sat around the table, chatting and laughing. Aunt Wang noticed that although it was a family gathering, the dishes on the table were still simple and not as luxurious as she imagined.
"Brother Ming, your standard of living is okay, and your annual salary of 350,000 is still so low-key. A friend jokingly said.
Li Ming responded with a smile, "It's better to keep a low profile, isn't life just a down-to-earth life." ”
Aunt Wang listened quietly, and she noticed that her son's friends were not upset by the simple dishes, but all enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere.
After the dinner, everyone sat in the living room and chatted. A friend of Li Ming suddenly asked about Li Ming's frugality.
"Brother Ming, we all know that your annual salary is not low, but you usually live so frugally, is there any secret?" asked the friend curiously.
Li Ming looked at his mother, and then replied seriously, "Actually, I think thrift is not to save money, but an attitude to life. Money is earned and saved. I prefer to use my money where it's really needed, like investing in my future and helping those in need. ”
When Aunt Wang heard this, her heart was shocked. She suddenly realized that her son's thrift was not simply petty, but a deliberate choice. She began to re-examine her view of her son.
After the party, Aunt Wang and Li Ming cleaned up the dishes together. She couldn't help but ask Li Ming, "Ming'er, what you just said is true?"
Li Ming nodded, "Of course, Mom." I hope you understand that I'm not doing this because I'm stingy, but because I want to spend every penny more meaningfully. ”
Aunt Wang was silent, she felt a little ashamed and a little moved. She began to understand her son's frugality, and she also apologized for her previous misunderstanding.
Aunt Wang has been living in her son Li Ming's apartment for a week. During this time, she observed that behind every thrifty behavior of her son was a deliberate reason. She began to reflect on her misconceptions about her son, as well as her own lifestyle.
One morning, Aunt Wang sat at the dining table and watched Li Ming's carefully prepared breakfast, which was simple but nutritionally balanced. She finally couldn't help but speak, "Ming'er, I've been thinking that I might have really misunderstood you before. ”
Li Ming put down the milk in his hand and looked at his mother seriously, "Mom, I'm very happy that you said that, but I also hope you can understand that for me, thrift is not only to save money, but also a responsible attitude to life." ”
Aunt Wang nodded, her eyes full of emotion, "I understand." In the past, I always felt that life should be enjoyable and should not be too restrictive. But now I understand that life is not just about immediate enjoyment, but also about long-term planning and responsibility. ”
Li Ming smiled and shook his mother's hand, "Mom, I'm really relieved that you can think so." In fact, the reason why I do this is also to hope that I will have more ability to help others in the future and realize some bigger dreams. ”
A trace of tears flashed in Aunt Wang's eyes, and she felt both moved and proud, "Ming'er, you have really grown up, and your mother is proud of you." ”
In the days that followed, Aunt Wang began to try to understand and accept her son's lifestyle. She went to the vegetable market with Li Ming and learned how to choose fresh ingredients and how to buy food according to actual needs to avoid waste. She also participated in volunteer activities in the community with Li Ming and experienced the joy of helping others.
During this period of getting along, the relationship between Aunt Wang and Li Ming also became deeper. She began to appreciate her son's maturity and wisdom, and she was proud to have such a son. And Li Ming is also more grateful for his mother's understanding and support.
With the passage of time, Aunt Wang's days in her son Li Ming's apartment gradually came to an end. During this time, she not only witnessed her son's frugal life, but also felt his son's love for life and plans for the future. She began to truly accept and understand her son's way of life.
"Mom, here are some of my specialties for you, take them back to the neighbors to taste. Li Ming said to his mother while packing his luggage.
Aunt Wang smiled and took the specialty, her heart full of gratitude, "Ming'er, I learned a lot from this time." Your way of life has made me re-acquainted with life. ”
Li Ming stopped what he was doing and looked at his mother seriously, "Mom, I'm really relieved that you can say that." I just want you to be happy and understand me. ”
Aunt Wang nodded, a trace of tears flashed in her eyes, "I understand, Ming'er." Your frugality, your efforts, are all for a better future. I'm proud to have a son like you. ”
Li Ming held his mother's hand tightly, and tears flashed in his eyes, "Mom, having a mother like you is also the greatest happiness in my life." ”
On the day of farewell, Aunt Wang stood at the door, looking back at this apartment full of memories, and her heart was full of emotion. She turned around and hugged Li Ming tightly, "Ming'er, mom is back, you have to take care of yourself." ”
Li Ming also hugged his mother tightly, "Mom, don't worry, I will." You also have to take good care of yourself and come back when you have time. ”
With a new understanding of her son and a new understanding of life, Aunt Wang embarked on the journey home. She knows that this trip is not only a simple family visit, but also a spiritual growth and the sublimation of mother and child feelings.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat