In our hometown in the countryside, there is a Xi and legend that our deceased ancestors lived in another world and could not see us in normal times. But every year on the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve, they will return to their homes to reunite with their families for the New Year. However, on the third day of the first lunar month, they must leave their loved ones and return to the world that is thousands of miles away from us. Such a parting is reluctant.
In order to let the ancestors leave and return safely, every household will do it on the third day of the first lunar monthNoodlesNoodlesIt symbolizes a slender and long road that allows the ancestors to return to another world. After that, there is a ceremony of "vinegaring carbon". This means completely severing the attachment of our ancestors to their families and homes. Since we are already in a different world, we must abide by the rules of the heavens.
Along with this Xi, I always remember the words of my mother when she was alive. Every year on this day, starting from early in the morning, my mother always urges us: "The meal for the third year of junior high school should be cooked early, so that the ancestors can leave early." "Mother's urging is always realistic and urgent. In my memory, my mother's words were so true that I will remember them. However, during the years when my parents were alive, I never really valued my mother's words. Always treated with a nonchalant attitude and just responded with a chuckle.
Now, on the first anniversary of my mother's death, the moment I opened my eyes, I felt an uncontrollable sense of goodbye. It was as if I really wanted to say goodbye to my mother on this day. My unspeakable reluctance and pain are heart-wrenching. Unintentionally, I always felt that it was a parting day.
In the early morning of this day, the house was floodedNoodlesThe aroma. That strong and seductive scent made me immerse myself in memories. I couldn't help but think of the past, of the time I spent with my mother. When I was a child, every year on the third day of the first lunar month, I could always smell my mother's handmadeNoodlesAn alluring aroma that emanates. I stood at the kitchen door, looking at my mother's back, watching her operate with ease and skillflour, kneading the delicate dough. Her hands were covered in paintflour, the sun shining through the window on her face, a smile on the corner of her mouth.
Mother always took this tradition with careGastronomy, she believes there is some special connection between food and the undead. She told me,NoodlesRepresents the bridge between the world of the dead and our world, through eatingNoodles, we can communicate with our ancestors and convey our thoughts and blessings to them. NoodlesIt's not just the taste of food, it's the taste of mother's love. Whenever I taste that bowl of hotNoodles, as if returning to that warm home, I felt my mother's meticulous care and love.
At noon on the third day of the first lunar month, weThe whole familySitting at the dining table, fragrant food was arrangedNoodles。Everyone is quietly preparing, looking forward to communicating and blessings with their ancestors. I quietly picked up the bowl, and the aroma was fragrant. Closing my eyes, I silently prayed that my ancestors would hear my wishes. I told them that I always missed them and wished them happiness and well-being in the other world. Everyone ate with relish, as if sharing the meal with their ancestors. At this moment, I could feel the presence of my ancestors, and although I couldn't meet each other, the spiritual communication was so real.
After noon, the atmosphere at home became a little heavy. I know that the third day of the first lunar month is about to say goodbye, and the reunion with my ancestors will also end. Our family lit vinegar charcoal in the yard and burned stronglySmokeSmokeLingering with a pungent smell. I'm standingSmoke, there is some sadness in my heart.
Vinegar charcoal seems to represent the entangled care, we must burn this concern to the end, so that the ancestors can freely return to the other world, no longer worry about us. This farewell is not only a respect for them, but also an understanding and perseverance for themselves. SmokeGradually dissipated, I looked at the last strandSmokeDisappeared into the air,MoodBecome calm. Although we are reluctant, we must abide by the rules of heaven and say goodbye to our ancestors.
The third day of the first lunar month after my mother's death made me more aware of the importance of cherishing my loved ones. In the communication and farewell with my ancestors, I felt the warmth of family and the preciousness of family affection. Today, I am part of my family. I hope to inherit my mother's love and care and pass on this precious family affection. I will continue to pass on this Xi and use itGastronomyCommunicate with the ancestors and express their thoughts and blessings in the form of sacrifices and prayers.
The third day of the first lunar month is a special day, which makes me re-understand and cherish the meaning of family affection. Whether it is parting with my ancestors or caring for my mother, it has taught me how to cherish the people around me more. On this special day, I also hope to be able to comfort my mother's soul and let her know that we will always miss her and be grateful for all she has done for us. She will always live in my memory now and in the future, and will always be my unwavering spiritual support.
Noodles, is the Xi and tradition of our rural hometownGastronomy。However, it's not just the taste of food, it's the taste of affection. It made me feel the pain of parting, and it also made me cherish the reunion between my loved ones. Whether it is on the third day of the first lunar month, or every day on weekdays, we should cherish the company of our families and feel their love and care with our hearts.
Parting is not the end, but the beginning of another. In the process of parting, we must learn to let go and persevere. Always remember those loved ones who have passed away, and at the same time cherish the family and affection in front of you. In our hometown in the countryside, every year on the third day of the first monthNoodlesIt is not only food, but also an important spiritual bond, which makes people remember and miss. Let's takeNoodlesThe fragrance is the bond, so that the love continues in the heart.