In the summer of '05, as soon as the news of my promotion spread, I was so happy in my heart that I immediately packed up my things and planned to go home to report the good news to my old mother. Girlfriend Xiaofang was also so happy that she couldn't keep her mouth shut, saying that she wanted to go back with me, so that her mother could see that it was time for us to do good things. But who would have thought that this trip home would cause such a big incident.
That day, Xiaofang and I stood at the door of the house with big bags and small bags, and when my mother saw us, her face was smiling. But at dinner, my mother's face changed, and it was so gloomy that it looked like it was going to rain. She broke Xiaofang apart and said to me in a calm voice: "Son, you are now a leader, you have to find a daughter-in-law who is the right person, Xiaofang, this girl, is not worthy of you." ”
I was stunned for a moment, Xiaofang's family is rural, and the conditions are not as good as mine, but we really love each other! I patiently explained to my mother, but she just wouldn't listen. The atmosphere became more and more tense, and I even felt that if I didn't obey, I wouldn't go back to this home.
In the evening, I found Xiaofang and told her the bad news. Her eyes widened, tears swirling in her eyes, and then she wiped her tears and said to me, "Then let's go, leave this home, and live by ourselves." ”
In this way, Xiaofang and I left home and came to a strange city. In the beginning, life was really difficult, we rented a small house, except for going to work, we went home. But Xiaofang never complained, she said that as long as she was with me, she was willing to endure no matter how hard she suffered.
One day, I came home from work and found Xiaofang in a daze with a piece of paper. When I looked at it, it turned out to be a lottery ticket, and she smiled embarrassedly: "Our life is too hard, I want to buy a lottery ticket, what if I win?" I smiled and shook my head, thinking, how could this be so easy.
Unexpectedly, a week later, the lottery was drawn, and Xiaofang really won! 100,000 yuan, for us, is simply astronomical. We took the money and opened a small restaurant. Xiaofang is ingenious and runs the restaurant prosperously, and the business is prosperous.
Business is good, and our days are getting better and better. One day, I received a letter from my mother. She apologized to us, saying that she was wrong and shouldn't have broken us up. She also asked if we could forgive her and go home and see.
I looked at Xiaofang, and she smiled and nodded. I know that we have come a long way, and there is a better journey ahead of us.
Back in our hometown, my mother greeted us with tears in her eyes. We hugged each other tightly, and at that moment, all the contradictions and misunderstandings disappeared. Xiaofang and I, with our persistence and hard work, have won our happiness.
Time flies like a song. Today, our restaurant has grown into a chain, and Xiaofang has become a mother to my children. And Mom also enjoys the family fun of her children and grandchildren. All of this is because of our original belief and started this happy journey.
As the days passed, our restaurant business became more and more prosperous, and Xiaofang's smile became brighter and brighter. That day, I was busy in the store, Xiaofang suddenly pulled my sleeve, her eyes were full of excitement: "Do we want to expand our business and open a few more branches?" ”
I thought for a moment and nodded: "Since you have this ability, let's do it boldly." It's just that we can't ignore the family, especially the mother. ”
Xiao Fang smiled knowingly: "Don't worry, I know how to measure." Let's work together to make my mother live a better life. ”
Soon after, our chain of stores sprung up all over the place. Although the business is busy, we still try to find time to go home to spend time with my mother. Whenever I see my mother's face full of happy smiles, the satisfaction in my heart is beyond words.
One night, Xiaofang and I had just finished our business in the store and were about to go home to rest. On the way, Xiaofang suddenly stopped and held my hand tightly: "Shouldn't we find a companion for my mother?" She is getting older, and we should make her happier in her old age. ”
I was stunned for a moment, then looked at Xiao Fang and said movingly: "Xiao Fang, you are really a kind and good woman." I agree with you, let's find a suitable partner for Mom. ”
After some searching, we finally found an old man with a similar personality to my mother in an elderly activity center, surnamed Li. We arranged for them to meet, but we didn't expect the two to hit it off at first sight and have a great conversation.
Soon after, Mom and Uncle Li got together. Their lives are full of laughter, and Mom's mental state is getting better and better. Whenever we see their happy appearances, Xiaofang and I feel sincerely grateful.
However, life is always full of surprises. One day, I was busy in the store when I received a strange phone call. On the other end of the phone, a familiar voice came: "Son, I'm sick, can you come back to see me?" ”
My heart tightened, and I suddenly felt a pang of unease. After I told Xiaofang, she immediately put down her work and rushed home with me.
Back in our hometown, we went straight to the hospital. When I saw my mother lying on the hospital bed, my heart was full of guilt. Xiaofang held her mother's hand tightly, tears rolling in her eyes: "Mom, you will definitely get better, we are all here to accompany you." ”
In front of my mother's hospital bed, our family hugged each other tightly and prayed for her. After a period of treatment, Mom's condition gradually improved. And in the process, we cherish each other more and understand the importance of family more.
Life is back to its former normal, our restaurant business is still booming, and my mother and Uncle Lee's lives are getting happier and happier. And Xiaofang and I are even more determined to go through the wind and rain together and spend the rest of our lives together.
Life is always full of twists and turns, but as long as we have faith in our hearts and support each other, we will always usher in the dawn of happiness. And during this journey, we will always be by each other's side and write our own story together.
As time went on, our restaurant business became more and more stable, and I started to think more. That night, Xiaofang and I cleaned up in the store and prepared to close and go home. The moonlight sprinkled on the quiet street, I took Xiao Fang's hand and whispered: "Xiao Fang, over the years, you have followed me in the wind and rain, and you have worked hard." ”
Xiao Fang looked up at me, with a gentle glint in her eyes: "Why are we talking about this?" As long as I can be with you, I am willing to work hard and tired. ”
I held her hand tightly, and a warm current welled up in my heart: "I think we should give ourselves a vacation and enjoy life." Over the years, we've been busy with business, and we haven't had time to take a good look at the world. ”
Xiao Fang's eyes lit up: "Okay, where are we going?" ”
"Go to a place that we all dream of, go to the beach, listen to the sound of the waves, and feel the embrace of the sea breeze." I smiled and proposed.
In this way, we decided to drop everything and go to the beach for a wonderful holiday. In a small town by the sea, we rented a cottage facing the sea, and every day we spent walking, watching the sea, and enjoying good food. During this time, we seem to have returned to the sweetness of being in love, carefree, and enjoying life to the fullest.
One evening, we walked by the sea and watched the sun slowly sink into the sea level. Xiao Fang suddenly stopped and looked at me seriously: "You say, shouldn't we add a new member to this family?" ”
I was slightly stunned, and then hugged her into my arms with a smile: "Xiaofang, I've been waiting for this day." We will be very happy if we have a child. ”
Soon after, Xiaofang was really pregnant. We excitedly told my mother and Uncle Li the news, and they smiled from ear to ear and said that they would come to take care of Xiaofang. During that time, the family was full of anticipation and joy.
However, life always likes to joke. Just as we were expecting to welcome a new life, my restaurant encountered a sudden crisis. Due to the rapid expansion of the chain, there was a lack of management, which led to a serious food safety problem in one branch.
I was deeply anxious and didn't know how to deal with it all. Xiaofang stroked her stomach and comforted me: "Don't worry, let's face it together." No matter what happens, I'll be there for you. ”
With my wife's encouragement, I mustered up the courage to respond positively to this crisis. We voluntarily apologized publicly, took our due responsibility, and strictly rectified each branch to ensure food safety. After a period of hard work, our restaurant has regained the trust of our customers.
In the process, I deeply realized that there will always be setbacks in life, but as long as we face them bravely, we will always find a solution to the problem. The support of my family is a source of strength for me to overcome difficulties.
The days returned to their former peace, and our child was born smoothly, a lovely daughter. Looking at her innocent smile, I knew that this was the happiness we had been pursuing.
Life goes on, and we will continue to move forward together. In this journey, we will encounter more challenges, but as long as we have faith in our hearts and support each other, we will always usher in one better tomorrow after another. And all this is because we always believe that happiness awaits us ahead.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, our daughter has grown up and gone to elementary school. Her arrival has brought endless joy to our family, and at the same time, it has made us cherish this home even more. One night, Xiaofang and I sat in the living room, watching my daughter doing her homework, her little hands writing earnestly on the paper, looking up at us from time to time, her eyes full of dependence.
I looked at Xiaofang and whispered, "Look, how smart our daughter is, she will definitely have a future in the future." ”
Xiao Fang smiled, her eyes full of pride: "Yes, our daughter is the best." ”
I turned my head to look out the window, looking at the familiar sky, and an impulse suddenly surged in my heart: "Xiaofang, you say, shouldn't our restaurant also have some new changes?" ”
Xiao Fang was stunned for a moment, then looked at me: "What do you think?" ”
I looked at her and said seriously, "I think we should make the restaurant a brand, so that more people know our story and know our persistence." ”
Xiaofang looked at me with a glint of anticipation in her eyes: "Then we have to plan well to make our restaurant a brand with a story." ”
So, we started planning, and we incorporated our story into every corner of the restaurant, every dish. Our restaurant is no longer just a place to eat, it has become a place with a story and a temperature. Our brand is becoming more and more well-known, and more and more people are willing to come to our restaurants, hear our stories, and feel our temperature.
Our daughter is also growing day by day, she is smart and has excellent grades. Watching her grow day by day, Xiaofang and I feel extremely gratified. Our family, in this loving cottage, lives happily ever after.
However, life is always full of challenges. One day, I got a phone call from an old friend of mine. He told me on the phone that his business was having trouble and needed my help. I knew he was a trustworthy person, so I decided to give him a hand.
I discussed it with Xiaofang and decided to put aside the restaurant for a while and help my friend. During that time, our family was busy with this matter, and although it was hard, we both felt that it was worth it.
Finally, with our help, my friend's business gradually improved. He looked at us gratefully, his eyes full of gratitude: "Thank you, without you, I probably wouldn't be able to survive." ”
I looked at him and smiled, "We are friends, and these are as they should be." ”
During that time, our family lived a fulfilling life, and although it was hard, we both felt that it was worth it. Because we know that as long as we are together as a family, no matter what difficulties we encounter, we can face them together and overcome them together.
Life goes on, and we will continue to move forward together. In this journey, we will encounter more challenges, but as long as we have faith in our hearts and support each other, we will always usher in one better tomorrow after another. And all this is because we always believe that happiness awaits us ahead.