The old customs and the new era The "100-day taboo" encountered when returning to his parents' home
On the second day of the Lunar New Year, the sun was shining, and I was full of joy with a large bag and a small bag, ready to go back to my parents' house to have a look. When I walked to the familiar gate, I found that the door was closed, and I inevitably had some doubts in my heart. I called my mother and wanted her to open the door, but I didn't expect to hear an unexpected answer.
Mom, what's the door locked? I asked.
Oh, it's you, didn't I tell you last time, it's been less than a hundred days since your mother-in-law died, and you can't go back to your parents' house. Mom replied on the other end of the **.
I was stunned for a moment, I didn't expect this old rule to be so seriously followed by my mother. In my eyes, what age is this, how can there still be such customs?
Mom, what age is this, why do you still believe this? I said with some dissatisfaction.
Children, this is a rule handed down by the older generation, saying that it is for avoidance, but also for the safety of the family. Mom patiently explained.
I sighed helplessly and hung up the **. Standing at the gate, I looked at the closed door, and my heart was mixed. On the one hand, the constraints of traditional customs, and on the other hand, the longing for family members is really a dilemma.
Actually, it's not that I don't understand what my mother does. After all, she grew up in this traditional environment, and these customs have long been ingrained in her. However, as a young person in the new era, it is really difficult for me to accept this inexplicable taboo.
In my opinion, although these traditional customs have a deep historical background and cultural connotation, in modern society, they often seem anachronistic and even absurd. We live in an era of scientific advancement and advanced information, so why should we be bound by these old rules?
Of course, I understand the respect for the deceased and the reverence for life behind these customs. However, respecting the deceased does not mean blindly following some rules that have no scientific basis. We should commemorate the deceased in a more rational and scientific way, rather than being bound by some old customs.
The "100-day taboo" encountered when I returned to my parents' home this time made me deeply feel the conflict between traditional customs and modern life. I hope that in the days to come, we will be able to face these traditional customs with a more open and inclusive mind, so that they can radiate new vitality and vitality in the new era.
At the same time, I also hope that my mother can understand my thoughts and practices. After all, we all work for the happiness and harmony of our families. As long as we have love in our hearts, thoughts and love for our families, then how can these old customs become obstacles between us?
In closing, I would like to say that no matter where we are, we should keep an open and inclusive heart. Only in this way can we find our own happiness and belonging in the ever-changing times.