My name is Lin Xiaofeng, I am 28 years old this year, and I am an ordinary clerk. My mother and I live in an old house in the suburbs. My dad died when I was very young, and my mom brought me up alone. Our family is in poor condition, and my mother works as a low-paid temporary worker to make ends meet. I relied on student loans and various scholarships to complete my studies from elementary school to university, and I am still paying my loans.
Mom has been working hard all the time, and her health is already very poor. I felt very sorry for her and tried to make her feel more relaxed. My girlfriend of 5 years, Xiaomei, is the daughter of the neighbor's family, and we have a good relationship. I'm going to take Xiaomei home this weekend and officially propose to my mother, hoping to marry her as a wife. It will be a great joy for mom.
After work on Friday night, I came to Xiaomei's house and invited her back to my house for dinner on the weekend. Xiaomei said happily: "Great, I haven't visited my aunt for a long time, and I'm looking for a time to see her." I smiled and said, "Mom has a birthday this weekend, you can celebrate it together, she will be very happy." Xiaomei nodded and said, "Okay, I have to prepare well this weekend, buy some vegetables and fruits that my aunt likes to eat, and choose a beautiful new dress." "My heart is full of warmth, looking at Xiaomei's carefulness and thoughtfulness, I am even more convinced that she is my bosom friend and lover in this life.
On Saturday morning, Xiaomei and I made an appointment to go home together. Xiaomei was carrying a large bag, which was full of birthday gifts and fruits for her mother. We happily arrived at the door of the house, and my mother was already at the door to greet us. When my mother saw Xiaomei, she happily said loudly, "My good girl is here!" Come in and sit down! ”
Mom was busy entertaining us for dinner, and Xiaomei also diligently took out the gifts and fruits she had prepared. My mother was flattered and couldn't help but shed tears of emotion. After eating, my mother wiped her tears and said to Xiaomei with a smile: "The happiest thing in my life is to see you and Xiaofeng together, you have been with him for so many years, it really seems to be my own daughter." You see that you can take care of people better than him, and you will definitely marry him in the future! ”
Xiaomei blushed and dodged and said, "Auntie, Xiaofeng is very good to me, and I like him very much." It is my blessing to be able to marry Xiao Feng as his wife. When my mother heard this, she was very happy, and she held Xiaomei's hand with both hands and said, "Great! In the future, you and Xiaofeng will live in my old house, and when I have time, I will cook, help you wash and wash clothes, and chat with you every day. With you as a good daughter-in-law, my old age will be happy! ”
Xiaomei blushed and nodded, and sat down again. Mom stretched out her hand to hold Xiaomei's hand and said softly, "The happiest thing in my life is to be able to see you marry Xiaofeng." Although this kid is not in good condition, he is a very good person and has a deep affection for you. If it weren't for the fact that he was still paying off his student loans, he would have proposed to you a long time ago. You see that you have been together for so many years, and your relationship is so good, I couldn't be happier as a mother. ”
Xiaomei's eyes were also red, and she whispered: "Auntie, in fact, Xiaofeng and I have been together for all these years very simple and happy. We understand each other and don't have too many material requirements. I've been waiting for him, and when he pays off his debts and is able to start a business, we'll get married. ”
Mom nodded and said, "That's a good boy!" Now young people are very practical, and it is rare for you and Xiaofeng to love each other so much. My old woman is uneducated and can't help much, so I hope you two can start a family as soon as possible and let me hug my grandson! ”
While talking, my sister Lin Xiaoshuang and I came in with a big bag of things. My sister greeted Xiaomei with a smile: "Yo, this is not Sister Xiaomei, I haven't seen you for a long time!" You're here to visit your aunt, right? Xiaomei nodded, stood up and greeted Xiaoshuang. Looking at a room full of people I am familiar with and intimate, the warmth in my heart is almost full. This is my home, simple but happy.
In the evening, Mom made a hearty meal. Me, my sister, Xiaomei, and a few old neighbors sat together to celebrate my mother's birthday. The mother was very happy, took Xiaomei's hand and said, "With you children with me, I will be satisfied." Especially Xiaomei, a good girl, marrying Xiaofeng in the future is my best birthday gift! Everyone burst into laughter, and Mei lowered her head in embarrassment.
Mom smiled and said while picking lotus roots: "What is there to discuss, I have been looking forward to your marriage for a long time!" Xiaomei, a girl, I watched grow up, and her personality and appearance are good, which is very in line with my heart. And the relationship between the two of you has long been stable, and you only owe one name. I'm relieved if you have this in mind, you two can discuss other things, and you don't need me to interfere. ”
I was so happy that I put my arm around my mother's shoulders and said, "Great, Mom! With your consent and blessings, I am much more relieved. I'm going to discuss the reservation with Xiaomei. From today onwards, we are a family in name only! ”
My mother was amused by me, gave me a blank look and said, "What is nameless, hurry up and go through the formalities!" When you really get married, I will make delicious food for her every day, chat with her every day, and let her have a happy life! ”
Just as we were happily planning for the future, ** suddenly rang. I picked up the **, and in the earpiece was my nephew's immature voice, and he cried and said that his father suddenly fainted and was still in the hospital. My mom and I were shocked that my dad was my brother-in-law.
I quickly called a taxi and rushed to the hospital with Xiaomei. I was very anxious along the way, and at the same time comforting the heartbroken Xiaomei. When I arrived at the hospital, the situation was not optimistic. The doctor said that the brother-in-law had a sudden cerebral hemorrhage, and it had reached the point where the rescue was ineffective, so he could only wait for his death.
Xiaomei and I stayed by my nephew's side to soothe his emotions. He was still a teenager, and he suddenly faced the sad news of his father's sudden death, and he could imagine how sad he could be.
It's already the early hours of the morning after taking care of the aftermath. Xiaomei felt sorry for me and worked hard day and night, so I asked me to go home first to rest. I knew that my mother needed to be taken care of at home alone, so I went back to see how my mother was doing.
As soon as I entered the house, I heard my mother's crying coming from the room. I hurriedly pushed the door in distress, and my mother sobbed and said, "Your father died so early, and I have worked hard all my life to pull you up." Your sister's husband is so useless, gambling and burning money all day long. It's okay now, drag your sister's family down! ”
I felt very uncomfortable, but I also understood that my mother was sad for a while, so I comforted her softly: "Mom, there will always be countless difficulties to overcome in life, as long as our family is united, we will definitely be able to start again." ”
My mother wiped her tears and said, "I can't live long with this old bone, I just hope that you can marry a wife and have children as soon as possible, and let me hold my grandson." Now I finally look forward to Xiaomei, a good daughter-in-law, your brother-in-law, who is useless, is still doing evil there, how should I live if it affects our family! ”
I felt a chill in my heart, I didn't expect my mother to say such things that I couldn't accept. I tried to comfort her: "Mom, don't say that, people may encounter any accidents in their lives, and we can't blame others for their bad luck just because we are good." I believe that as long as we work together as a family, we will be able to overcome this difficult time. ”
Mom said irritably: "It's because I've lived too hard, that's why I'm looking forward to you guys doing well!" You said that your sister is looking for such a fancy gambler to be a man, and if you want me to say that she is blinded by her private life, she will always defend him! ”
I finally couldn't help but raise my voice: "Mom! I hope you will be tolerant and forgiving of what others are going through. Even if they don't do it right, we should be considerate and helpful in the face of such unforecircumstances, rather than taking advantage of others' danger. With that, I left the room distraught, not wanting to debate with my mother anymore.
I crawled in the dark, my mind in a mess. I understood the hardships of my mother's life and the materialistic mentality of her generation, but I didn't expect that she still had these ugly prejudices hidden in her heart, which made my impression of her greatly diminished.
Hearing my mother's apology, my heart softened. After thinking rationally, I decided to forgive her for her mistake. After all, a life of poverty has indeed made her quite utilitarian, and it is my responsibility as her son to help her correct these shortcomings.
So I said to my mother, "I forgive you." As long as you can realize your mistakes and correct them sincerely, I will treat these words as if I have never heard them. Mom, in fact, the true meaning of life is not to pursue material things, but to bring more happiness to everyone around us, so that we ourselves will be happy. You say, don't you? ”
Mom nodded tearily, and since then, I have noticed that she has become more and more insightful, optimistic and talkative. She would take the initiative to help us with the housework and make us happy. She also chatted with her neighbors a lot, and she revealed a gentleness and compassion that I had never seen before. I believe that as long as we treat the world with tolerance, one day it will be warm again. After going through some ups and downs, my relationship with Xiaomei has become stronger. I continue to work hard to pay off the remaining student loans, and Xiaomei is also saving up for our future.
The engagement ceremony took place on a warm and beautiful weekend. Xiaomei and I wore simple but sinister new clothes, and with the blessings of family and friends, we exchanged rings that symbolized love and commitment. When my mother arrived, she was so excited that she said to the guests, "The happiest thing in my life is to see them get married and start a family!" Xiaomei can cook and take care of people like me, she is simply my own good daughter, let's wait and see together in the future to see who loves the two of them more! The guests were amused by Mom, and Mei and I laughed sheepishly.
The wedding took place on a spring day. I stood at the end of the red carpet, dressed in a crisp new suit, and watched intently as Xiaomei in white gauze walked slowly. She bowed her head shyly, stood still in front of me, and took my slightly trembling hand. In the presence of our friends, family and mother, we made sacred marriage vows and covenants.
My mother was so excited that she smiled and said to us, "From today onwards, you are a family!" No matter what difficulties we encounter in the future, we must work together to tide over them. There are also raw dolls born early, so that mothers can hug and play! We were amused by our mother's jokes, and we laughed out loud at the moment, which was immersed in happiness.
After getting married, Xiaomei and I worked as usual and lived a simple and happy life. I will do my best to make Xiaomei happy. My mother often came to our house to help with housework and chat with Xiaomei.
One day, my mother came to our house, and while helping to wash the vegetables, she said mysteriously to Xiaomei: "I said daughter-in-law, you have been married for more than a year, right?" Why aren't you in a hurry to get a doll? Don't wait for a stable career, when will it be! Life is more fun with dolls, you say? ”
Xiaomei's face turned red and said embarrassedly: "The doll's matter depends on God's will." Besides, the child is very troublesome as soon as it is born, and Xiaofeng and I will be busy with work at that time, do you say that you are willing to help us take care of the child? ”
Xiaomei and I are still working hard, and my mother is dedicated to taking care of her grandson. In this way, I spent a few years in the simple and ordinary.
Until one day, I received a **, that end was my sister, she choked up and told me that my mother had a sudden cerebral hemorrhage and had been rescued in the hospital. Xiaomei and I were terrified and rushed to the hospital.
When I arrived at the hospital, the situation was not optimistic. The doctor said that my mother was very old, and this sudden cerebral hemorrhage was basically the time to say goodbye. Xiaomei and I were in a lot of pain, especially my sister, who hugged her mother and cried bitterly, regretting that she hadn't taken better care of her mother over the years.
After saying this, my mother could no longer make a sound. She quietly closed her eyes and left this world. We all burst into tears, and our hearts were cut like knives.
After my mother left, I continued to work hard and work with Xiaomei to support the family. The children are growing up, smart and clever, and they touch our hearts deeply. Sometimes I sit quietly by myself, imagining that I would be glad that my mother was still around.
After a few more years, the child finally grew up and left us to live his own life. Although we are reluctant, we are also pleased that he is in charge. Xiaomei and I depend on each other and grow old together. Whenever we walk past the old house holding hands, the figure of my mother comes to mind. I knew she must be watching us from heaven, smiling, and genuinely relieved and proud of us.
Time flies, and Xiaomei and I have entered the twilight years. The children are starting families, and my generation is getting older. Ask the old friends around you, they are more or less seriously ill, or their children are unfilial and unable to support. Xiaomei and I support each other, and it is plain, but it can be regarded as lucky.
One day, I was resting alone on a park bench, the sun was setting and the wind was beautiful. An old lady sat next to me, and I could tell from her accent that she was northerner. She spoke to me enthusiastically about her husband years after his death, her children had settled abroad, and she was living alone in the city, empty and lonely. When I heard this, I couldn't help but think of my own mother, who also raised me alone, and now that her children are going their separate ways, how lonely she must be.
In this way, we released the news that we were willing to accept a few lonely elderly people to live with us. In just a few days, several elderly people contacted us, and one of them was even prostrate at my feet, crying silently. Xiaomei and I deeply realized how warm and attractive the ordinary home in our eyes was to them.
In the end, we chose three elderly people to live together in this small home. At first, the old people were reserved and embarrassed to accept our care. Xiaomei and I didn't want to force it, but just patiently took care of their daily life.
It didn't take long for the elders to get together and even enthusiastically help us with some housework. I will take them to the hospital regularly for physical check-ups, and some minor illnesses and disasters will be timely**. Day by day is peaceful, warm and meaningful.
I often think that when my mother pulled me alone, I worked hard and never complained. Now that I am also old, I can do my best to help other elderly people through their twilight years, which is also the best reward for my mother. I believe that no matter in **, she will be proud of me in her heart.
The best things in the world are love and tolerance. They don't disappear, they grow in passes. The biggest takeaway of Xiaomei and I in this life is to open our hearts to love and understand others. This is what my mother wants to tell us the most.