With a vision for the future and a hint of unease, Ms. Rousi decided to embark on a journey to Greece, 10,000 kilometers away from home. Gave up a thriving career in the countryShe chose to move to this strange country with her Greek husband, Mr. Radish.
Now, seven years later, how is the life of the 33-year-old Ms. Rousi in Greece?Did she adapt to the lifestyle there?Has her dream come true?
In this issue, we will take you into the Greek life of Ms. Shredded Meat and Mr. Carrot, and uncover the wonderful details of this story. Let's listen to her story and feel the details of her life in a foreign country.
Meet. In 2010, Yunnan, an exotic bar. Songsong, a Mosuo girl, is enjoying her evening. She loves this bar, it is full of her familiar atmosphere and ** melody.
When the Frenchman walked into the bar, Songsong noticed him at first sight. He was tall and handsome, with deep eyes and a warm smile. His appearance immediately attracted the attention of everyone in the bar, but Song Song didn't care, and entertained himself.
Unexpectedly, the French man walked to Songsong's table and greeted her in fluent Chinese: "Hello, I'm Paul from France." ”
Song Song replied with some surprise: "Hello, I am Song Song." ”
After Paul sat down, they started chatting. Paul told Songsong that he liked China and he liked Yunnan. He once traveled to Yunnan and was fascinated by the customs, history and culture.
Song Song was very happy to hear Paul's words, and she felt that Paul knew the culture of China and Yunnan very well. They talked and laughed and enjoyed the food and drinks in the bar together.
That night, Paul left his *** to Songsong, and he didn't expect that her life would change because of this French man.
A few days later, Paul contacted Songsong, and they met again and explored Kunming's famous sights and cuisine together. Paul was deeply impressed by Songsong's kindness and gentleness, and their personalities complemented each other very well.
As time went on, their feelings became deeper and deeper. They traveled together, explored together, and had many wonderful times together. During their relationship, the dates were basically spent in travel, both domestic and foreign. Together, they have witnessed the beauty and diversity of China, but also experienced many challenges and difficulties together.
Subsequently, in the presence of their parents, they got married!Soon after, she gave birth to her eldest son, Duoduo.
Life in a foreign country. At the end of 2017, Song Song and her French husband Paul, with their lovely son Duoduo, embarked on a journey to France. She left the familiar Yunnan province to embrace a new identity and environment.
In France, her life changed dramatically. They live in an ancient castle full of history, and they travel every day in a different architectural style and historical background.
Despite their busy lives, they still insist on returning to China every year for tourism. Every time they return to China, they take Duoduo to visit different cities and attractions.
Duoduo thrives in their company, he is smart, lively, lovable, and loves to explore new things. He learned French and Chinese and also enjoys learning Xi other languages and cultures with his parents.
In France, Duoduo also made many new friends. He plays, Xi with local children, tastes French food and enjoys French culture.
Although far from home, Songsong still maintains his love and attention for Yunnan. She is in constant contact with family and friends to learn about the changes and developments in her hometown.
She also took advantage of her time in France to tell Paul more about the culture and history of China and Yunnan. She wanted Paul to gain a deeper understanding of her homeland and her culture.
As time went on, Duoduo grew up and their travels became more enriching and interesting. They traveled to more cities and countries and witnessed the charm and characteristics of different cultures.
The advent of the second child and self-growth.
In France, there is a general perception that blood ties are not as close as in China, and the concept of family is relatively weak. However, to Songsong's surprise, her mother-in-law very much hopes that she can have a second child. Especially during the pandemic, the mother-in-law's wishes have become stronger.
Song Song does not reject the idea of having a second child. She felt that she and Paul were in a stable relationship, and that they already had a lovely son, Duoduo, and that their family would be even more perfect if they had another child.
In 2021, they officially announced the good news that they were pregnant with their second child.
However, pregnancy is the most difficult time for Songsong. She faced the pressure of preparing for exams, the stress of taking care of Duoduo, and the discomfort of pregnancy. The pressure was almost breathless for her.
Songsong has always loved to share his life. She feels that sharing can make her mood better, and she can also get support and encouragement from others. Therefore, during her pregnancy, she began to share her life and experiences on the short** platform.
In the process of sharing life, Songsong also met many new friends. These friends gave her a lot of support and encouragement and helped her through the difficult moments during her pregnancy.
At the end of 2021, Songsong successfully gave birth to her second son, Simi. During this time, she also successfully passed her graduate exams.
After giving birth, she began to concentrate on pursuing a master's degree.
Although her life is still busy, she feels very happy and satisfied. She feels that her relationship with Paul is more stable and that her children are growing up healthy and happy. At the same time, she is also full of confidence and expectation for her future.
The warmth of family and the joy of traveling.
After Songsong gave birth to his second son, Simi, a new joy was added to the family. The French mother-in-law is very fond of her little grandson Simi and often holds him and does not let go, which makes Song Song feel very pleased.
To reduce the ease of relaxationPostpartum stressPaul often drove her out and around to get some fresh air. They go for a walk in the forest on the outskirts and enjoy the beautiful scenery, which makes Songsong's mood feel greatly relaxed.
As Simi grew, Paul couldn't bear to go out and play. Not only did they take their children skiing, but they also drove to the Netherlands, Belgium and other countries. These trips allowed Songsong to experience different cultures and lifestyles, and also made her love life even more.
During their trip to Egypt, they admired the pyramids and ancient temples, and also took a hot air balloon ride to overlook the desert. These unforgettable experiences made them cherish the beauty of family and life even more.
After returning to France, Paul continued to work as an architect. He is often busy with work, but he always tries to find time to spend with his family. Although their lives are busy, they are also full of warmth and happiness.
Songsong also continues to share his life and experiences on the short ** platform. She showed her fans the French lifestyle, food and culture, as well as shared her happy moments with her children. These sharing have made her life more fulfilling and meaningful.
The blending and inheritance of cultures.
In a French family, both Paul and his mother-in-law are very fond of Chinese culture. Not only do they collect many Chinese flags at home, but they also send their best wishes for China's birthday on National Day.
Song Song often introduced them to Chinese history and culture, and they were very interested in it. Under the teaching of Songsong, Duoduo learned to sing the Chinese national anthem. He often sang it himself, expressing his love and blessings for the motherland.
In addition to their keen interest in Chinese culture, Paul and his mother-in-law are also very fond of Chinese food. Every time a guest comes to visit, Songsong will cook a rich Chinese meal to entertain them.
At the table, they tasted the Chinese food cooked by Song Song's own hands, and they were full of praise as they tasted it. They also developed a strong interest in Chinese food culture and expressed their desire to learn Xi make Chinese food.
Songsong is also happy to teach them how to cook Chinese food, hoping that they can have a deeper understanding of Chinese food culture. Through cooking Chinese food, Paul and his mother-in-law developed a deeper love for Chinese culture.
In this cross-cultural family, Chinese and French cultures are blended and inherited. Family members share each other's cultural traditions and values, and understand and respect each other.
Despite being in a foreign country, Songsong felt very happy and content. She feels that she has been loved and supported in this family, and has experienced different cultures and Xi.
The family is harmonious and the career is prosperous.
At the end of 2022, Songsong successfully obtained her master's degree certificate, which made her very proud and satisfied.
On social **, many people left messages urging her to find a job as soon as possible, but Song Song said that she wanted to spend more time with her second son Simi before he went to kindergarten.
Despite this, as his eldest son, Duoduo, entered elementary school, Songsong also began to actively look for job opportunities. In March 2023, she found a relatively easy job, which allowed her to better balance family and work.
However, as Songsong started to work, her commitment to the family inevitably decreased. Recently, his youngest son, Simi, fell ill, and Matsumatsu was busy taking care of him while also coping with the pressure of work. This made her feel a little overwhelmed, and even stopped updating on social ** for a while.
At this critical juncture, Paul and his mother-in-law took on more family responsibilities. They take care of Simi, allowing Songsong to focus on work and take care of Duoduo.
Epilogue. Although Chinese girls marry foreign men, although they face many challenges and difficulties, they also have unlimited possibilities and hopes.
Ms. Rousi's story tells us that choosing to marry far away does not mean giving up on one's career and dreams, but in pursuit of a better life and love. In a foreign country, she learned to adapt to a new environment, establish a new social circle, find her own hobbies, and help her husband with his career. Her story shows us that no matter where we are, with courage and determination, we can overcome difficulties and achieve our dreams.