My name is Zhang Dafu, I am three out of fifty this year, and I am a farmer with a duty. This New Year, every family is happy, but my family is making a fuss because of this New Year's money.
Here's the thing, my son Xiaobao, who is 10 years old this year, is the same year as my brother's son, that is, my nephew Xiaoqiang. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, our two families got together for a reunion dinner. After eating and drinking, my brother took out a big red envelope and handed it to Xiaobao, saying that it was New Year's money. When I saw it, I didn't feel good in my heart, because the red envelope was much thicker than Xiaobao's.
I asked my brother privately: "Brother, why is the New Year's money you give to Xiaobao less than Xiaoqiang's five hundred?" The elder brother said innocently: "Hey, Dafu, don't get me wrong, I just follow the rules of our hometown, isn't ten years old a whole number, I'll give more." ”
I was furious, but I couldn't get a seizure, so I went back to the house and told my wife about it. The wife also felt that it was unfair and said, "Isn't this unclear and partial? What is our Xiaobao worse than Xiaoqiang? I glared and said, "Tomorrow, I'll talk to my brother about it, and I can't let our son suffer this grievance." ”
The next day, I found my brother and said bluntly: "Brother, you can't be so partial, they are all nephews, how can they be so bad?" When my brother heard this, he frowned and said, "Daifuku, did you misunderstand?" I didn't have partiality, just ......"
"Just what?" I interrupted him, "If you think my son doesn't deserve that much, just say it, don't make excuses." The elder brother sighed and said, "Well, since you say so, then I'll tell you the truth." Actually, the extra 500 yuan is for myself. ”
I was stunned and looked at my brother suspiciously. He continued: "You know, I've been strapped for money lately, and I've borrowed this New Year's money. I thought, since it's all for the children, it's better to save some for yourself first, and then replenish Xiaobao when you have more money in the future. ”
Hearing my brother say this, I was speechless, feeling guilty that I had misunderstood my brother. When I got home, I told my wife the truth, and she also felt that my brother was not easy. So, we decided to ignore this matter and spend the New Year in harmony as a family.
Afterwards, I thought about it carefully, this New Year's money is just an auspicious picture, why hurt the harmony for this money? Children don't understand these either, as long as they grow up healthy, they are better than anything else.
After this incident, my family returned to its old laughter. The New Year is originally a picture of reunion and harmony, as long as the family gets along in harmony, it is more important than anything else.
In the blink of an eye, spring is coming, and everything is recovering. The farm work gradually increased, and my brother and I were busy in the fields, and the matter of pressing the New Year's money was forgotten.
One day, I was sowing seeds in the field, and my brother came running in a hurry and said anxiously: "Dafu, it's not good, Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang were playing by the stream at the head of the village, and Xiaoqiang accidentally fell into the water!" My heart tightened, I threw down the seed in my hand and ran towards the stream with my brother.
When I arrived at the stream, I saw Xiaobao pulling Xiaoqiang hard, Xiaoqiang's face was pale and trembling. My brother and I hurriedly rescued Xiaoqiang ashore and changed him into clean clothes. My brother looked at me gratefully and said, "Dafu, thank you for saving Xiaoqiang, if it weren't for you, I really don't know what to do." ”
I waved my hand and said, "Brother, you are too outward, we are a family, this is how it should be." Watching Xiaoqiang slowly come to his senses, I was also relieved.
In the evening, my brother came to my house, took out a red envelope and handed it to me, saying: "Dafu, this is the difference in the New Year's money, I know that you have always had a knot in your heart, today Xiaobao saved Xiaoqiang, let me understand the value of family affection." These 500 yuan are for Xiaobao, I hope you can accept it. ”
I took the red envelope and felt very emotional, but I didn't expect my brother to remember it. I smiled and said, "Brother, you are too polite, in fact, I have long forgotten about that incident." Today, Xiaobao saved Xiaoqiang, which is a blessing for our family, so you can keep the money. ”
My brother insisted on giving me the money, and we pushed it for a long time, and finally my wife came out to play a round: "Since Dafu doesn't want it, then buy some school supplies for Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang with this money, the children are all older, it's time to study hard." ”
My brother agreed, and our family sat around the kang and chatted about family life. The elder brother said: "Dafu, I was indeed a little biased in the past, and I will pay attention to it in the future, our family must live in harmony and raise the children together." ”
I nodded and said with emotion: "Yes, family affection is the most important thing, and money is something outside the body." In the future, we will support each other so that the children can feel the warmth of family. ”
Since then, my brother and I have become more and more fond of each other. The children thrive under the nourishment of family affection, and our family lives a happy and happy life.
Time flies, and the matter of pressing the New Year's money has become our after-dinner conversation, and it also makes us cherish the family affection in front of us even more. And those misunderstandings and contradictions have long been turned into precious memories in the passage of time.
The days passed like this, Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang gradually grew up, and their relationship was even closer to each other. In the summer of that year, the village decided to hold a grand temple fair, saying that it was to celebrate this year's harvest and to pray for good weather in the coming year.
My brother and I were very busy, and the children at home were excited to look forward to the fair. On the day of the temple fair, the village was lit up with lights and was very lively. Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang followed us to the temple fair, and their faces were filled with innocent smiles.
At the temple fair, there is a traditional event called the "fish catching competition", in which the children of the village participate. Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang were also eager to try, and my brother and I encouraged them to participate. At the beginning of the competition, the children fought bravely one by one, Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang cooperated tacitly, and finally the two worked together to catch the biggest fish.
My brother and I laughed as they lifted the fish above their heads and proudly showed it to us, and that laughter was full of pride and happiness. In the evening, the family sat around the courtyard, eating grilled fish and chatting.
The elder brother looked at the children and said affectionately: "Dafu, you see, the children have grown up, and we are also old. Time flies. ”
I nodded and said with emotion: "Yes, in a blink of an eye, the children are about to catch up with us." However, seeing them so healthy and happy, our hearts are also steady. ”
That night, we talked a lot, from anecdotes from childhood to parents today. My brother suddenly remembered the New Year's money, and he said with a smile: "Dafuku, do you remember the matter of the New Year's money that year, did we still have a misunderstanding?" ”
I also laughed and said, "I remember, it was really at that time, for some money, it almost affected the relationship between brothers." Now that I think about it, it's really unnecessary. ”
My brother patted me on the shoulder and said, "It's all over, the important thing is that we all understand the importance of family affection." In the future, we will continue to support each other and let the children know that the unity of the family is the most valuable asset. ”
And just like that, we talked and laughed until late at night. The starry sky that night was exceptionally bright, as if it was also blessing our family. I know that no matter what difficulties and challenges we encounter in the future, as long as we are connected as a family, nothing is impossible.
After the fair, life returned to peace. Children are growing up, and we are getting older, but the strong family affection has always remained the same, it is like a solid bridge, connecting us closely and facing the ups and downs of life together.
As time passed, Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang entered puberty, and their personalities began to change. Po has become more introverted, he likes to be alone in his room, indulging in painting and music. Xiaoqiang, on the other hand, has become an extrovert who loves sports, especially football. Their interests are different, but their brotherhood is deeper.
One day, my brother suddenly fell ill, he had been in poor health, and this time his condition was serious and required long-term treatment in the hospital. The news sent the whole family into a panic, especially Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang, who were very worried about their uncle's health.
After discussing with my wife, I decided to let Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang visit my brother in the hospital to give him some moral support. In the hospital, Xiaobao played a soft tune, and Xiaoqiang told his uncle some interesting stories. A long-lost smile appeared on his brother's face, and he said with emotion: "I feel very relieved to see you so sensible. ”
My brother's condition gradually improved, and after he was discharged from the hospital, our family decided to go on a trip together to let my brother relax. We chose a picturesque town with beautiful lakes and rolling mountains. We rented a chalet by the lake and had a lovely stay.
During the journey, Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang take care of each other, and their brotherhood grows deeper. They swim together, climb mountains, and catch fish together by the lake. The elder brother looked at them and said with emotion: "Dafu, you see, the children have grown up, and they know how to support each other, which makes me feel very gratified." ”
I also nodded and said, "Yes, brother, they are our greatest pride. The brotherhood between them allows us to see the beauty of family affection. ”
During the trip, we also met an old friend, who was a famous painter. After seeing Xiaobao's paintings, he said with appreciation: "This child has a high talent in painting, and he will definitely achieve something in the future." Hearing his words, Xiaobao's face showed a proud smile.
At the end of the trip, we returned to our hometown. Xiaobao and Xiaoqiang begin to prepare for their future, Xiaobao decides to apply for an art school to pursue his dream of painting, and Xiaoqiang joins the local football team and begins his football career.
As the years go by, the children are growing up, and we are getting older. But no matter how time changes, our family is always connected and faces life's challenges together. We know that nothing is impossible as long as we are united. Family affection is our most valuable asset, it will always accompany us and become the most solid support in our lives.