"Wife, how do you see the flowers blooming outside?" I asked my wife tenderly as she lay in the hospital bed. She opened her eyes slightly, and although she was in her last years, her eyes were still clear and transparent.
"It's wonderful, like our lives, beautiful and hopeful. She smiled, holding my hand. We looked at each other and smiled, our hearts filled with gratitude to each other.
In retrospect, we have been through so much. From acquaintance to growing old together, there have been ups and downs along the way, but they have also gained a lot of happiness. Just thinking that she had given up everything for me made me extremely grateful to have such a virtuous companion by my side.
"Wife, you must take care, I still expect you to accompany me more. I held her hand, and my eyes moistened.
"Fool, you can rest assured. She patted the back of my hand gently, "But I do have something to tell you. "
"What's the matter?" I nodded vigorously, lest I miss a word from her.
"If one day, I go before you, you must go back to your hometown and give me one last explanation. Her eyes were firm and solemn, "Don't forget, this is my last wish." "
My tears welled up in that moment, because I knew she was telling the truth. But how could I bear the pain of losing her? Life is impermanent, birth, old age, sickness and death, we will have another day, but I never thought that day would come so quickly.
"Hey, grandpa, I have something very serious to tell you. The voice of his grandson choked up came over the phone.
"What's the matter, grandson? You say, don't cry. Hearing his cry lifted my heart.
As a grandson, how much I love him. Growing up, he was like my own son, and I pinned all my hopes and hopes on him. He suffered such a catastrophe at such a young age, and my heart was about to be slashed.
"Don't be sad grandson, you calm down first. Let's discuss this matter. I frowned, my fists almost crushed, but I tried my best to comfort him in a calm tone.
No, I can't just give up! I am the head of the family, their spiritual support, I have to fulfill her last wish for my wife, and I also want to regain confidence and courage for my grandson. Thinking of this, my eyes couldn't help but harden.
Soon, I made the decision to go back to my hometown with my grandson for the funeral. So, I dialed my grandson's phone and said in a firm tone: "Grandson, let's go back to our hometown together and give your grandmother one last explanation." "
"You can rest assured, money is not a problem, the most important thing for our family is to be together. I insisted, "You get ready now, and the sooner we get better." "
"Grandson, what are you talking about? Grandma is about to leave us, don't you want to see her for the last time?" I shook my head helplessly, my eyes darkened.
My heart was filled with disappointment in that moment. As a junior, how can I not be sad that my grandson is so indifferent to the death of her grandmother? But what makes me even more sad is that there seems to be little left of her affection for her family.
"Grandson, do you know how my grandmother worked for our family back then? She dedicated her entire youth to us, hoping that one day, our family can be reunited. My tone became firm, "Now that she is leaving, you don't even want to say a final goodbye, is this your filial piety to her?"
"That's enough! I don't want to listen to any more of your excuses. My eyes were resolute and persistent, "As a family, we have the responsibility and obligation to see grandma for the last time, no matter how far the journey is, no matter how big the price is, I will not hesitate to do it!"
My grandson was silent, perhaps intimidated by my momentum, or struggling inwardly, but I knew that I had spoken my heart. Yes, the attachment to my family and the desire for my roots are the purest and most determined things in my heart.
"Grandpa, do you really plan to travel so far without even a job for this matter? I really don't understand you. "
My whole body trembled when I heard these words, and the combination of anger, disappointment, and sorrow made my heart ache immensely. I didn't expect that my closest grandson would be so indifferent to such a family thing as the death of his family.
"Grandson, do you take me and your grandfather for fools? Grandma is leaving, how can we turn a blind eye?" My hands were shaking and my fists were clenching.
"But grandpa, is it really necessary to do this? You are not young anymore, and you are not asking for trouble to travel so far?" The grandson's tone was still mocking.
I couldn't stand her cynicism any longer, and my anger exploded inside, and my body trembled violently.
"Shut up, I didn't expect you to be so ruthless and careless about the death of your family. Grandma's kindness to us will never be felt!" My voice trembled with anger.
"Enough, I don't want to hear anything from you anymore. You've broken our family's heart. I took a deep breath and tried to suppress the grief in my heart, "Your grandfather and I are about to set off, I hope you can reflect on your words and deeds." "
With that, I walked out without looking back. Seeing this, the grandson hurriedly followed, his eyes full of apology and helplessness. But I don't have time to care about that much now, grandma is leaving, and we must see her one last time before she dies.
My steps were a little faltering, but they were unusually determined. Leaving my grandson, the anger and sorrow in my heart gradually calmed down, and was replaced by cherishing and sticking to my family. Yes, we must not be indifferent to the death of our family members.
My grandson and I had barely taken a few steps when we heard the sound of a suitcase being dragged behind us, mixed with the cry of a girl. We all turned around and saw my grandson running towards us with a box with tears and snot on his face, panting.
Seeing this scene, my heart suddenly set off a monstrous wave. I was a little surprised by my grandson's chase, but it was difficult for me to let go of her previous words and deeds. I was at war in my heart, and for a while, I was a little overwhelmed.
My grandson saw my hesitation, and hurriedly stepped forward to grab my grandson, and turned his head to look at me, his eyes full of pleading and expectation. I stared at my grandson crying, and the doubts and wariness in my heart gradually dissipated.
"Grandpa, I was so impulsive, I knew I was wrong. The grandson wiped away his tears and said in a sincere tone, "The reason why I say that is because I have been running away from this fact since my grandmother died. But now I realize that no matter what, I have to go to see my grandmother for the last time, to do my last filial piety. "
"Grandpa, please forgive me, I'll never say anything like that again. She choked up, her eyes full of sincerity.
Looking at my grandson, my heart was completely touched by her. Yes, she is still young after all, and it is inevitable that she will have momentary impulsiveness and paranoia. But in the end, she chose to face her heart and make the right choice, which is the most important thing.
"Grandson, I am very pleased with your changes today. However, I would also like to sincerely apologize to you. I took my grandson's hand and said earnestly, "As an elder, I should guide you more and make you realize the value of family affection." "
"Yes, grandpa, I was too young and impulsive, and I didn't realize the importance of family affection for a while. The grandson hung his head and said, "If it weren't for your rebuke, I might never have realized the importance of my family." "
"No, you shouldn't say that. I shook my head, "As elders, we should teach you by our words and deeds so that you can understand what is right and wrong, and what you should stick to. But we have neglected this point, so that you do not pay enough attention to family affection. "
My grandson looked up at me, his eyes full of doubt. I took a deep breath and continued: "You see, how much Grandma has paid for our family! From marrying into our family when she was young, to doing housework and hard work later, she spent her entire youth to reunite our family. "
"But we, as juniors, are so ungrateful to our grandmother that we are not even willing to fulfill her last wish. Are we worthy of grandma's nurturing grace?" My voice was full of remorse and remorse.
The grandson lowered his head, and tears fell down his eyes. I know she must have been touched by what I said. Yes, as juniors, we can never repay our kindness to our elders, only by keeping it in mind and always having a grateful heart.
"Grandson, do you know how our ancestors treated family and affection?" I patted my grandson on the shoulder and said earnestly.
"I don't know grandpa, you tell me. My grandson looked at me suspiciously.
"Once upon a time, our ancestors attached great importance to family and affection. They feel that family is the foundation of a person's survival and development, and family affection is the force that supports us to move forward. "I talked and talked endlessly.
"You have a point. The grandson nodded, his gaze becoming more focused.
"Yes, if you look at the remarks of ancient celebrities, Confucius said, 'The old and the old, the young and the young', which advocates respecting the old and loving the young, and attaching importance to the family. I said with a lot of recollection, "There is also Zhuge Liang's famous saying of 'do your best, and then die', that is, we must be filial and loyal, so that we can complete the greatest responsibility in life." "
"I understand grandpa, it turns out that in our traditional culture, family and affection are so important!" The grandson suddenly realized, and his eyes became warm and bright.
"That's right, so each of us should learn the essence of traditional culture from a young age and be firmly rooted in our roots. Only in this way can we truly be filial to our parents, respect our elders, and cherish our family affection. I said, my eyes warm and kind.
The grandson nodded vigorously, and I knew that these words would leave a deep mark on her heart. Traditional culture has a long history and is full of the wisdom of our ancestors, and only each of us can draw nourishment from it to make our family and our nation endless.
After a heart-to-heart conversation, my grandson and I both felt peace of mind. We looked at each other and laughed, and decided to go home immediately, so that grandma could see the reunion of our family.
"Let's go, grandson, let's go home together. I hugged her and tears welled up in my eyes.
"Okay grandpa, let's go back together. The grandson nodded, her eyes filled with hope and strength again.
In this way, the three of us dragged our luggage and set out on the journey home. Along the way, we talked and laughed, as if we were looking for the warmth and happiness that had been lost.
Although the distance is long, the hearts of the three of us are closer than ever. We all realize that family harmony and family affection are the most precious wealth in our lives and the greatest driving force for us to move forward.
Finally, after a few days of traveling, we arrived at our hometown. Looking at the familiar houses and streets, our emotions are extremely mixed. Although my grandmother has passed away, her voice and smile will always remain in our memories.
"Grandpa, this experience has benefited me a lot. My grandson said with emotion, "I finally realized what family is and what family affection is." "
"Yes, grandson, family is the most precious treasure in our lives, and we should cherish it. I nodded, looking into the distance, my eyes full of wisdom.
"From now on, no matter what happens, I will always remember the value of family and affection, and strive to be a good child worthy of my family. The grandson's eyes were firm and persistent.
"Good, good. "As long as we can all learn from this experience, always be grateful, and cherish everything in front of us, I believe that our family will be more harmonious and our lives will be full of sunshine." "
The grandson nodded vigorously, and I knew that these words had been deeply imprinted in her heart. Yes, although the road of life is bumpy, as long as we support each other and warm each other's hearts with love, we will definitely be able to walk out of our own sunny road.
"What's the matter, grandson? I asked with concern.
"That's the kind of grandfather, you know, I've been in a very frustrated state since I was fired from the company. The grandson lowered his head and said in a low tone, "But when I came back this time, I was deeply moved to see how determined and courageous you and your grandson were to be filial to your grandmother." "
When I heard my grandson's words, my heart was filled with great relief and pride. Yes, we have come all the way to give the best example to the younger generations. I was also comforted to see that they were able to draw strength from it.
"Very good grandson, you have passed this test. I patted him on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Life is like this, there are trials everywhere. As long as you can face them bravely and overcome them with your perseverance and wisdom, you will definitely be able to achieve great things. "
"Yes, grandpa, I will definitely be like you, and use my own hands to create my own life. "My grandson's eyes are resolute and persistent, and I am very proud of them.
"That's good, as long as you have this determination, you are already halfway there. I smiled and said, "But grandson, you have to remember that no matter how good your career is in the future, don't forget our family and kinship." This is the most precious treasure of our lives. "
"I'll keep it in mind, Grandpa. The grandson nodded solemnly.
A few days later, my grandson came to me out of the blue, her eyes full of guilt and apology.
"Grandpa, I've been reflecting on what I've done in the past few days. She lowered her head and said in a sincere tone, "I know that I was too indifferent to my grandmother's death at that time, but you and your grandson are so brave and strong for the sake of filial piety. I'm really too selfish. "
I shook my head and comforted, "It's okay grandson, you've realized your mistakes, and that's the most important thing." "
"Yes, I finally understood that family and affection are the most precious things in our lives. The grandson raised his head with a firm look in his eyes, "From now on, I will definitely be like you and my grandson, cherish everything in front of me with my own actions, and pursue my ideals with courage and determination." "
When I heard my grandson's words, I was extremely relieved. Yes, the experience of going home touched her a lot, she finally realized the value of family and affection, and also found her own direction and motivation to move forward.
"Very good grandson, I'm happy for you. I hugged her and said earnestly, "But you have to remember that while pursuing your ideals, you must always pay attention to your family, be filial to your parents, and cherish your family affection." Only in this way will your life be more complete and happy. "
"I'll remember it, Grandpa. The grandson nodded vigorously, his eyes filled with hope and strength again.
"Dad, this time our whole family is back, we must give grandma a final explanation. My grandson said to me, in a sincere tone.
"Yes, grandson, we will never be able to repay Grandma's kindness to us. I nodded, the corners of my eyes moistening.
At this moment, my grandson took my hand and said earnestly, "Grandpa, you and grandma have paid too much for our family. From now on, we must cherish everything in front of us more, use our actions to filial piety to you, and repay your nurturing grace. "
Hearing my grandson's words, my heart was sour. Yes, this experience made the whole family realize the value of family affection and found their own way forward. As an elder, I should be proud of them.
"Good, good. I hugged them and tears welled up in my eyes, "As long as we can always be grateful and cherish the people in front of us, I believe that our family will be more harmonious and our lives will be more complete and happy." "
In this way, our whole family hugged each other, as if looking for the warmth and happiness that had been lost. Although Grandma has left us, her voice and smile will remain in our memories forever. And her death also made us more aware of the preciousness of family and affection, and found the direction and motivation for our own progress.