In an era where life is full of stress, we all need a haven for our hearts and minds to take a break from our busyness and exhaustion. This safe haven is what I call the "short escape" of spiritual sustenance. It is not an escape from reality, but to find the beauty of life again and meet a better self in a moment.
Reading, especially the prose of the ** series, is the "short escape" that I tailor for myself. And reading a book such as "Remember One and Forget Three or Two" is undoubtedly the most effective of the many "short escapes".
Whenever I open "Remember One and Forget Three-Two", my mood will unconsciously become happy. The author, Li Juan, with her unique cheerful language, depicts an endless love for life. In her writing, the trivialities of life become vivid and interesting, and it is unbearable to read. Whether it is an unhappy mood or a confused mood, it gradually dissipates in her words.
In the book, Li Juan told the story of her life with her mother with a sincere mood. She candidly analyzed her mental journey, and told more than 30 essays about family, love, work, life, and hobbies. Reading her words is like talking to an enthusiastic aunt, and one can draw strength to move forward in a relaxed atmosphere.
There is an interesting segment in the book that describes Li Juan's obsession with flowers. She cared for each flower with her heart, but she couldn't understand their minds. Today, I heard that a certain flower likes to be moist, so I tried my best to water it. As a result, before the flowers had time to enjoy, I heard someone say that they could not water more, so they quickly pulled out the flowers and put them in the sun to dry their roots. This kind of interesting story makes people laugh when they read it, and at the same time, they feel her love for life.
There are also many descriptions of the cats in the house, each with its own unique personality. Some are as timid as mice, and they disappear in an instant as soon as they open the door;Some are bold and will not be affected by eating, drinking, sleeping and playing;Some are suspicious, hiding behind tables, chairs, pots and jars to observe people's every move;Some have thick skin, and they directly pounce on their thighs, climb their backs, and are endlessly coquettish and cute. These vivid depictions make people feel as if they are in a warm family.
When the pressure of life is overwhelming, you might as well open "Remember One and Forget Three Two" and let Li Juan's optimistic attitude infect you. Her words are like a clear spring, nourishing the dry heart, allowing us to rediscover the beauty of life in a short "escape".