The wind and snow of that year seemed to freeze people's hearts, and I, Li Mei, a female officer, with my son who had just completed the moon in my arms, set out on the way back to the city. When I parted, I silently made a promise in my heart: "When I settle down, I will come back to pick you up." ”
Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, and I have been working in the hospital, growing from a small nurse to a head nurse. In the past ten years, I have worked hard to forget that painful memory and the child I abandoned.
On that day, a seriously injured young man was brought to the hospital, and I could tell at a glance that he was very similar to me when I was younger. He's my son, but I don't recognize him.
Outside the operating room, I waited anxiously. The doctor came out and told me that the patient needed a family member's signature. I was stunned, I was his mother, but what qualifications did I have to sign?
I plucked up the courage and walked into my son's hospital room. He opened his eyes and looked at me, and that familiar look shook my heart. "Mom......" he called softly.
"Well, I'm your mom." I held his hand tightly, tears rolling in my eyes.
In the days that followed, I stayed with my son every day and listened to him talk about his life in the past ten years. His name is Zhang Li, he was adopted by a family, and he is not doing well. But he was very competitive, was admitted to medical school, and became a doctor.
"Mom, why did you come to this hospital?" Zhang Zhang asked me.
I hesitated for a moment and decided to tell him the truth: "Because I want to find you and make up for my mistakes back then." ”
Zhang Zhang was silent for a while, and then said softly: "Mom, I don't blame you, I know you must have some kind of trouble." ”
Hearing this, I couldn't hold back anymore and tears welled up in my eyes.
Yet, fate is playing its trick on us again. Zhang Li's condition deteriorated suddenly and he urgently needed surgery. And the surgery is extremely risky, and it may leave him forever.
Before the operation, I held Zhang Li's hand and told him, "Son, Mom is sorry for you, if there is a chance, I am willing to exchange my life for your peace." ”
Zhang Zhang smiled and said, "Mom, don't worry, I'll be fine." ”
The operation lasted a whole day, and I stayed outside the operating room, anxious. Finally, the doctor came out and told me that the operation was successful.
At that moment, I seemed to see hope and a happy life for me and my son in the future.
Now, I am retired and take care of Zhang Zhang at home every day. Although he still needs medication, our lives are full of hope. Whenever the snow comes, I think of that cold night and the decision I made. And now, I just want to cherish every moment in front of me and spend the rest of our lives with my son.
The days passed like this, and Zhang Li's body gradually recovered. The relationship between us seems to be gently woven together by the years, and it is getting deeper and deeper. Whenever the sunlight spills into the room, I will accompany Zhang Li to go for a walk in the park, talk about the past, and talk about the future.
One afternoon, we sat on a park bench and watched a group of children frolicking in the grass. Zhang Zhang suddenly asked me, "Mom, why did you take me away from you back then?" ”
This question shook my heart, I lowered my head and was silent for a long time before I slowly spoke: "Back then, I was on a mission and couldn't take you with me. I want you to have a better life, but I was wrong, I shouldn't have given up on you. ”
Zhang Zhang took my hand and whispered, "Mom, don't blame yourself, aren't we very good now?" We need to cherish our present lives and make up for those lost moments. ”
I looked up at him with gratitude in my eyes. Yes, our current life is ordinary, but full of happiness.
One day, Zhang Zhang offered to visit his adoptive parents. I hesitated and agreed. We bought some gifts and went to the house.
Zhang Zhang knocked on the door, and it was a gray-haired old man who opened the door. Zhang Zhang called "Dad", the old man was stunned, and then hugged him excitedly.
At the house of Zhang Li's adoptive parents, we talked a lot. The old man told me that they adopted Zhang Li because their own child died unexpectedly, and when they saw Zhang Li, they felt as if they saw their own son.
Before leaving, Zhang Li's adoptive parents said to us, "You have to live well and cherish each other. We are old, and we have no regrets when we can see your mother and son reunited. ”
When I got home, I felt an inexplicable sadness. I feel sorry for Zhang Li's lost childhood, and I also admire the selfless dedication of his adoptive parents. However, life goes on, and we can only look forward.
One day, Zhang Zhang received a call from the hospital inviting him to go back to work. He hesitated for a moment and asked me, "Mom, do you think I should go back?" ”
I smiled and said, "Go ahead, that's your dream." Mom will always support you. ”
Zhang Zhang returned to the hospital and became a doctor. And I, too, went back to the hospital and volunteered. Whenever I see those patients who have recovered, I think of myself back then, and I think of that difficult time.
In this way, our mother and son supported each other and went through countless ups and downs. Although life has twists and turns, we all firmly believe that as long as we are around each other, there is nothing that we can't get by.
Today, I'm sitting in front of the window and watching the snowflakes fall outside the window. Zhang Zhang came over and gently put on a coat for me. I looked at him with gratitude and happiness in my heart. This winter, although it is cold, there is endless warmth in our hearts. Because we know that in this world, there is one person who is always by his side, and that is family.
Time flows silently around us like flowing water. Zhang Li's adoptive parents are also getting older, and their bodies are beginning to have various problems. One day, I was preparing dinner at home, and Zhang Zhang came back in a hurry, with a hint of anxiety on his face.
"Mom, my adoptive father is sick and not doing well." He said in a deep voice.
My heart tightened, and I immediately put down my work and rushed to the hospital with him. The adoptive father was lying on the hospital bed, his face pale, but when he saw us, a smile of relief appeared on his face.
"Li Mei, come and sit." The adoptive father whispered.
I sat on the edge of the bed, holding his hand, tears rolling in my eyes. My adoptive father patted my hand gently and comforted me: "Don't be sad, in my life, I am very satisfied to see you and Zhang Li reunited." ”
During that time, Zhang Li and I took turns taking care of our adoptive father, and although our hearts were full of worries, we both tried to maintain an optimistic attitude. My adoptive father's condition was good and bad, sometimes he would wake up and reminisce with us about the past, and sometimes he would fall into a deep sleep, which made us feel distressed.
Late one night, I was standing by my adoptive father's bedside, and he suddenly woke up, looked at me and said, "Li Mei, I know you have always wanted to ask me why you adopted Zhang Li. ”
I shook my head and whispered, "It doesn't matter, we're all already family." ”
The adoptive father insisted: "I adopted Zhang Li because I wanted a child, a child who could inherit my business." But when I saw him, I understood that the most important thing was to give him love and a home. ”
I held my adoptive father's hand tightly, and tears rolled down my face: "You did it, he is a good doctor and a good son. ”
Soon after, the adoptive father was gone. At the funeral, Zhang Li and I stood in front of his grave and bowed deeply. We understand that although our adoptive father is gone, his love will remain in our hearts forever.
As the days continue to move forward, Zhang Zhang and I cherish each other's company even more. I began to learn to draw and record our bits and pieces with color, while Zhang Li accompanied me to participate in various public welfare activities in his spare time.
One day, I was painting in the park, and Zhang Li came up to me and asked me with a smile, "Mom, what are you drawing?" ”
I looked up at him, smiled and said, "I'm painting our story, a picture of love and family." ”
Zhang Zhang sat down quietly, looked at my painting, and a trace of emotion flashed in his eyes: "Mom, our story, just like this painting, has experienced wind and rain, but it is warm after all. ”
I nodded and continued with the brush in my hand: "Yes, every color is the road we have walked, and every painting is the love in our hearts." ”
The setting sun sprinkled on us, gilding our figures. On this warm afternoon, we sat quietly and enjoyed the peace and harmony. There will be many unknown challenges in life, but as long as we walk hand in hand and have love in our hearts, nothing cannot be overcome.
It was a late autumn afternoon, and Zhang Li and I sat on a park bench and watched the leaves fall one by one. Zhang Zhang suddenly asked me, "Mom, do you remember the scene when we first met?" ”
I smiled and remembered that snowy night. I told him, "I remember, when you were just full moon, I carried you and set out on the way back to the city. I silently made a promise in my heart that when I settle down, I will come back to pick you up. ”
Zhang Zhang said with emotion: "Mom, you did it." Not only did you pick me up, but you also gave me a home. ”
I gently held his hand, tears flashing in my eyes: "Zhang Li, you are the most important person in my life, with you by my side, I have everything." ”
We sat silently and watched the sun slowly sink and the sky glowed with gold. At that moment, I deeply felt the beauty of life and the warmth of home.
Zhang Zhang suddenly stood up and said, "Mom, let's go for a walk." ”
I looked at him and nodded. We walked along the paths of the park, chatting about the past and chatting about the future. We talked about our adoptive father, our dreams, and the ups and downs we have gone through together.
Tired of walking, we found a bench to sit on. I looked at the tension and my heart was filled with gratitude and happiness. I told him, "Zhang Li, you are the most precious gift of my life. ”
Zhang Zhang looked at me, tears flashing in his eyes: "Mom, you are also the most precious person in my life." ”
At that moment, I deeply felt the beauty of life and the warmth of home.
The sun was sinking, and the sky was glowing with gold. We sat quietly and watched the sun slowly sink, our hearts filled with gratitude and happiness.
I know that no matter how bumpy the road ahead is, as long as we walk hand in hand and our hearts are full of love, there is nothing that cannot be overcome. Because in this world, there is one person who is always by his side, and that is family.