My mother-in-law is my next-door neighbor, she lives alone, her children are working in other places, and she is not in good health, so I often go to her house to help with some housework or chat with her.
Although the conditions are not very generous, my mother-in-law has always been very good to me. She would often cook me home-cooked meals, and sometimes she would take home portions of them when she made too much. I also often go to her place to eat, although it is just a simple green vegetable tofu, but the home-cooked food made by my mother-in-law makes me feel very warm.
Just a few days ago, my mother-in-law suddenly called ** and said to me: "Xiao Li, I invite you to come to the house for a good meal on the weekend, remember to come on time." I'm going to treat you well this time. ”
When I heard my mother-in-law say this, my heart was immediately filled with anticipation and joy. I am very happy to be treated by my mother-in-law. I happily agreed and made an appointment.
On Saturday, I packed up and came to my mother-in-law's house on time. I rang the doorbell and only heard the voice of my mother-in-law inside: "Here it is, here it is, my good grandson is here!."”
My mother-in-law opened the door with a kind smile on her face, and excitedly took my hand and said, "Come in, I have already prepared today's meal, and it is your favorite food." ”
I followed my mother-in-law into the house, and saw that there were already a few dishes on the table, although they were all very simple, including green vegetables and tofu, fried shredded potatoes and braised eggs, but I knew that this was already my mother-in-law's best intentions.
Sit down," my mother-in-law took my hand, "I have prepared today's meal carefully, so I must eat more!."”
Okay, mother-in-law. I sat down with a smile and looked at the food on the table gratefully.
My mother-in-law handed me another red envelope and said with a smile, "Take it, this is a tip for you, you should enjoy this week today!"”
Xiao Zhou, when you have money in the future, you will often come back to see me, an old woman. ”
I looked at my mother-in-law's smiling eyes, and a warm current rose in my heart. Indeed, in this worldly society that values money, my mother-in-law used her only savings to entertain me, which already shows her sincere affection.
We had a good time. The aroma of green vegetables and tofu comes to my nose, the fried shredded potatoes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the braised eggs are salty and sweet, making me feel comfortable in every bite. A simple home-cooked meal is transformed into a delicious delicacy under the mother-in-law's handiwork.
Mother-in-law, your cooking is delicious!I like to eat your green vegetable tofu the most. I couldn't help but admire.
Good boy, your mother-in-law will be happy when you are full. My mother-in-law smiled and scooped more green vegetables and tofu into my bowl.
At this moment, I couldn't help but feel a little ashamed when I thought that my mother-in-law would have to organize the whole "banquet" with only 100 yuan. Originally, I was honored to come to this appointment, but when I saw the simple dishes on the table, I couldn't help but feel a little disappointed in my heart.
Perhaps seeing my careful thoughts, my mother-in-law said gently: "I know that this meal looks simple, and it doesn't cost as much money as eating out." But it's all the best I've ever had, and I hope you don't mind. Let's take a look, the most important thing is to have a meal together, isn't it?”
My mother-in-law's words made me suddenly realize. Appearance does not really represent a heart, compared to the precious ingredients, my mother-in-law's care and intentions touched me more. I should not demand a lonely old man by material standards.
Mother-in-law, I understand your kindness, and I will eat it to my heart's content. In front of you, any meal will become the best in the world. I held my mother-in-law's hand and said sincerely.
The mother-in-law nodded with a smile, and brought the steaming red date soup again: "I boiled the jujube soup for a long time, and drank it to warm my stomach before eating." ”
I carefully took a sip of the sweet jujube soup, and an indescribable emotion rose in my heart. I decided that from now on, I should be more filial to my mother-in-law, visit her often, tell her about the new things outside, and make her happy. Money is just something outside of my body, and family affection and companionship are what I should cherish.
This meal not only gave me food and clothing, but also gave me the insight of life. After eating, I took the initiative to clean up the table and chopsticks, and my mother-in-law hurriedly came to help, so I waved her hand and motioned for her to rest next to her.
Mother-in-law, I will serve you today, so you can sit down. I said with a smile.
Good boy, then the mother-in-law is welcome. My mother-in-law looked at me with relief.
I hummed a little tune, washed the dishes, and wiped the table clean. After doing all this, I turned around and saw my mother-in-law already asleep on the sofa. She had a warm smile on her face, her hands on her knees, and she looked very satisfied and happy.
I sat down next to my mother-in-law and watched her quietly. The sunset outside the window poured in through the gaps in the curtains, gilding the mother-in-law's hair. I also seem to see the beauty of my mother-in-law's heart through this warm sunshine.
At this moment, I suddenly had an urge to tell my mother-in-law my true feelings. I whispered to wake her up, and then said solemnly
My mother-in-law's warm big hand covered the back of my hand: "Child, my mother-in-law can see that you have grown up." You can have today's understanding, which is my greatest gratification. We are like family, and if you come to see your mother-in-law often in the future, I will always be here to wait for you. ”
Definitely, Mother-in-law!I nodded solemnly, "I will repay your nurturing grace with my actions, so that you can have me with you for the rest of your life." We cook together, chat, and have one cozy weekend after another!”
Good boy, with you like this, my mother-in-law will be satisfied. Tears welled up in my mother-in-law's eyes.
It was getting dark outside, and I knew it was time to go home. "Mother-in-law, it's getting late, I should go back. You rest early, and if you need anything, don't hesitate to mention it. ”
Go on, kid, thank you for coming to accompany your mother-in-law today. Remember our agreement and come to see me often!"My mother-in-law saw me to the door with love in her eyes.
Definitely!I waved goodbye, filled with happiness and a sense of accomplishment.
Walking out of the door of my mother-in-law's house, I couldn't help but look back again, and my mother-in-law was still standing at the door waving and smiling at me. At this moment, my heart was extremely warm and satisfied.
Walking slowly on the way home, I kept reminiscing about the bits and pieces I had with my mother-in-law just now. A simple bowl of home-cooked tofu and a small plate of eggs have become the most delicious feast in my life because of my mother-in-law's hand. The 100 yuan "red envelope" is even more of the mother-in-law's meticulous care.
Just as I was planning, a little boy in front of me came running up to me and slammed into me. I hurriedly supported him and asked with concern, "Child, why are you running so fast by yourself?"What's the matter?”
As soon as I heard this, I quickly asked for directions, and ran with the little boy to the park. In the park, an old lady lies motionless on a bench. I hurried over to test her breath and make sure she had only fainted temporarily.
With my help, the old lady quickly woke up. Her grandson had been standing by and watching nervously, and when he saw this, he hurriedly threw himself into his grandmother's arms, begging her to be careful when she went out in the future.
As I watched the touching scene of their grandmother and grandson, I couldn't help but think of myself and my mother-in-law. I squatted down and said to the little boy, "Your grandmother is not in good health, you have to take care of her more in the future and don't let her go out alone." Treat her like the most important person, you know?”
The little boy sniffed and nodded heavily. I also told the old lady to go home and get some rest, and helped her stop a taxi. After watching them leave, a warm current welled up in my heart.
On the way home, I decided that I wanted to cherish my time with my mother-in-law even more. Just like the grandmother and grandson we just met, we don't know how long we can last together, so we have to do our best to make every time we spend together a good memory. I want my mother-in-law to really feel my care and companionship.