For the elderly, the homeland is not only a piece of land, but also a belief and a dedication. When I was young, no matter how I went, when I was old, I always wanted to return to my roots. And the old people who have been living in their homeland are even more reluctant to leave half a step when they are old. On December 12, in Shandong, the scene of the elderly chasing their children's cars and waving frequently attracted attention.
In a small village in the mountains, a dilapidated house stands quietly. This house was built by the old man and his late wife after a lifetime of struggle. Despite its simplicity, in the hearts of the elderly, it is their paradise. Once upon a time, the children left their hometowns and went to the city to work hard. The old man and his wife chose to protect the land and the family until his wife died of illness.
After the death of their mother, the children watched with distress as their father was alone at home. They decided to take their father to the city and live with them. However, the elderly father rejected their kindness. He said that he was Xi to life here, and he was reluctant to leave the house and did not want to cause trouble to his children. The children understood his choice, but their hearts were full of helplessness and reluctance.
Seeing off his children, the old man felt a loneliness he had never felt before. When the children's car was far away, he stood at the door, waving his hand frequently, and tears could not stop flowing. He wanted to go to the city with his children and enjoy a comfortable life, but he knew that he was Xi to the tranquility and simplicity of the mountain village. He was unwilling to abandon the land where he had lived all his life, as if he had abandoned his roots.
From a small village to a city, it is not only a material gap that is crossed, but also a difference between culture and environment. For the old people who are Xi to the hillside fields and the lonely mountain temple, the city is undoubtedly a strange and frightening world. He fears losing his independence and autonomy, losing his intimacy with nature. He was afraid that he would not be able to adapt to the busy city life and that he would become a burden to his children.
And the children also understand their father's concerns and worries, and they do not blame their father's choice, but they are distressed and reluctant. They understand that their father has given too much for them, and it is time for them to be filial. They promised their father that they would come back every year to visit him and accompany him for the New Year.
His father still lives alone in a small village in his hometown, guarding the home he and his wife built together. He would get up every morning, grab a cup of hot water, and look out the window at the mountains. He enjoyed the serenity and serenity, quietly savoring his life.
Although he was in a ravine, his father was not alone. The old neighbors of the village greeted him warmly and greeted him physically. They chatted together, talking about farm work and family matters. My father also often walked to the entrance of the village to see the changes in the village and enjoy the beauty of nature. He enjoys this peaceful and harmonious atmosphere, which is his paradise.
The father did not feel lonely because of the loss of his children, on the contrary, he felt that the home was warmer. He knew that his children had not forgotten him, and that they were still concerned about their lives. Father would text them every day to ask how they were doing and to care about their health and well-being. And the children would reply to him every day, telling him everything about themselves. Even though they are thousands of miles apart, their hearts are always close through the connection of their mobile phones.
My father also liked to go to the fields to help the farmers in the village. He felt that he still had the strength to do something for the village. He plows and harvests with the farmers, feeling the gift of the earth. This labor makes him feel happy and satisfied, and it also makes him feel that his existence is worthwhile.
Recalling the scene when his children left that day, my father still felt a little sad in his heart. But he knew he had made the right choice. He loved the early mornings and the feeling of being alone in the fields. He enjoyed the joy of harvesting from the land and the strength and wisdom that nature had given him.
Father understands that when people are old, life also needs respect and understanding. He chose to protect the home he and his wife built together, and chose to protect the land they fought together, which is not only a nostalgia for the past, but also a hope for the future. He believes that as long as he holds on to this land, the departure of his children is only temporary, and they are still a happy family.
Everyone has their own opinions and opinions about the choice of the old father. Some people think that the homeland is not more important than family affection, and living together is the most important thing. There are also people who understand the persistence and reluctance of the elderly to protect their homeland, and they believe that the elderly should respect and respect their choices.
In my opinion, the homeland is the deepest emotional yearning of the old man's heart. As people get older, they become more attached to their familiar surroundings and ways of life. The old man is reluctant to leave his homeland, not only because of Xi, but also because of all the commitments and memories of his life. There is no right or wrong choice, only different outlooks on life and values.
We should respect everyone's choices and consult with our parents to respect their feelings and decisions. We can make them feel cared for by visiting our parents as often as possible and communicating with them as much as possible. At the same time, we also need to understand that whether our parents choose to stay in their homeland or live with us, we should do our best to be filial and respectful, so that they can enjoy their old age and feel our love. Most importantly, we must always remember that in the hearts of our parents, the homeland is inseparable from them, and we must understand and accept their choices.