So, why is Zhouzhou's story so compelling, and what kind of touching story is behind it?
On April 1, 1978, in Wuhan, Hubei, Zhou Zhou was born, bringing endless joy to his parents. However, he was diagnosed with a rare "Down syndrome" when he was a child, becoming one in 5 million "lucky ones". Faced with this news, the parents felt desperate and even thought about keeping their son away from this cruel world. For the sake of his future, they decide to have another child, and the birth of his sister becomes another turning point for the family.
However, Zhouzhou's growth path was full of hardships. In order for him to be able to take care of himself, his parents worked tirelessly to teach him various life skills, but his learning process was much slower than that of a normal child. Although there is no difference in appearance, the children around him avoid it because of Zhouzhou's special condition. Their ridicule and bullying filled Hu Houpei's heart with guilt, thinking that if it weren't for such a fate, his son might have been a healthy child.
However, fate gave Zhouzhou not only a predicament, but also a miracle. By imitating the conductor of the Wuhan Opera House, Zhou Zhou showed excellent visual thinking ability and was given the aura of "genius conductor". This became a bright spot in his life and opened up new possibilities for him.
In 1997, director Zhang Yiqing saw "The World of Zhouzhou" and decided to shoot a documentary for him. This decision became another turning point in Zhouzhou's life. After the documentary was broadcast, Zhouzhou's name spread across the country, and his performance was also highly praised, becoming a "big star" in Wuhan. He became the focus of attention at the Spring Festival Gala held by the Disabled Persons' Federation, winning applause and respect from the audience. Zhou Zhou's father, Hu Houpei, also said: "All life has dignity."
However, the ups and downs of life don't end there. In 2006, Zhouzhou was diagnosed with lung cancer, which hit his father hard. Although the disease once shrouded him, Zhouzhou brought a glimmer of hope to the family through conservatism**miraculously**.
However, time has passed, and Zhouzhou's aura has gradually faded, and the opportunities for performances have also decreased. The death of his mother, Zhang Huiqin, from cancer in 2016 made Mr. Hu even more worried about his son's future. Hu Houpei has been working hard to take care of his son, and although some people suggested arranging a marriage for Zhouzhou, he insisted on treating his children as equals.
Today, Zhou Zhou is still living strongly, and although he has left the stage, his smile has always been bright. His father, Hu Houpei, is over 80 years old, and for the sake of his son's future, he resolutely left his pension and real estate to his daughter, hoping that she can continue to take care of Zhouzhou. He said: "I'm not living for myself, I'm thinking more about Zhouzhou. ”
Zhouzhou's story tells us that on the stage of life, everyone deserves to be respected and cared for. His persistence and the selfless dedication of his parents make us think deeply about whether we can also lend a helping hand to those around us who need help and make the world a warmer place. Zhou Zhou may not be a true "genius conductor", but he performed a real and touching symphony of life in his own way.