On the night of the 2001 Spring Festival Gala, the whole family was filled with laughter and a festive atmosphere. The family sat around the table, busily preparing a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner. When Teacher Song's cheerful and melodious rendition of "Getting Better and Better" played on television, Lu Yu listened intently. After only one listen, something unbelievable happened: when the second chorus began, he was able to sing along perfectly! His clear and melodious voice instantly attracted everyone's attention, and everyone was amazed.
At this moment, Qian Duoduo took the lead in clapping, and the enthusiastic applause resounded throughout the room like a tidal wave. Encouraged by everyone, the young man felt as if his heart was filled with a warm current, and an unprecedented sense of satisfaction welled up in his heart.
Even after the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, with the festive atmosphere still lingering, Lu Yu had already begun her dance practice. Meanwhile, Lu Hao was equally determined, consistently running around the courtyard every day with a 10-kilogram sandbag on his back. Every step he took was firm and powerful; sweat soaked his clothes, but he never showed the slightest sign of backing down.
Seeing his older and younger brothers working so hard, Lu Jin, who was originally a bit lazy, also took the initiative to pull Lu Hao into his running group. Although Lu Jin's physical fitness was not as strong as Lu Hao's, he still gritted his teeth and persevered. For him, participating in exercise was not only beneficial to his health, but also a way to emulate his two younger brothers and continuously improve.
Qian Duoduo saw the children's hard work and felt deeply for them. Knowing their desire to grow and their determination to excel, she took the opportunity to have in-depth conversations with each of them individually. During these conversations, Lu Hao and Lu Yu both expressed their views on their current training intensity. They felt that the current training intensity was sufficient to meet their daily needs, and given their heavy academic workload, they needed to allocate time reasonably for learning so they could catch up with the more outstanding Lu Hao and Lu Jin in their families.
After thinking for a moment, Lu Hao said seriously, "Our school has now formed a basketball team, and I'm quite interested in it. I'd like to give it a try."
Hearing this, Lu Jin was slightly taken aback, but quickly recovered and a sly smile appeared on her face. She then said with a grin, "Oh dear, brother, you like basketball, but I like badminton even more! Mom, could you help me find a better coach?"
Generally speaking, Qian Duoduo rarely refuses children's requests, and this time was no exception. Without hesitation, she quickly utilized her network of connections, tirelessly inquiring and contacting various people, and finally successfully found two exceptionally talented coaches. One was a renowned senior coach of the national basketball team, and the other was equally impressive, a professional badminton coach from the national team. Thus, the two children happily embarked on their respective training journeys, each with their own coach, filled with challenges and opportunities for growth.
This summer vacation was unusual and significant for them. In the past, during holidays, the children would be restless, eager to travel and enjoy their free and happy time. However, this year was different; not a single one of them suggested going on a trip or playing. The reason for this was quite simple: a major event attracting worldwide attention was underway—Beijing was making every effort to bid for the 2008 Olympic Games. This grand event seemed to possess an invisible magic, captivating everyone's attention and drawing them into the anticipation of a successful bid.
July 13th arrived, and as the city lights began to twinkle, a tense yet expectant atmosphere filled the Lu family home. The whole family sat early in front of the television, their eyes glued to the screen, afraid to miss a single exciting moment. At that moment, the camera was broadcasting live updates from Beijing's bid for the Olympics.
As the clock struck 10 p.m., everyone's heart was in their throat. Finally, IOC President Juan Antonio Samaranch stepped onto the stage, solemnly opened the envelope in his hand, and prepared to announce the final result. At that moment, the whole world seemed to freeze; people held their breath, waiting for the fateful moment to arrive.
When Mr. Samaranch clearly pronounced "Beijing, China," the entire city erupted in cheers! Shouts and cheers filled the night sky, like a surging torrent dispelling the summer heat. Countless citizens poured into the streets, converging on Tiananmen Square. Their faces radiated indescribable joy and pride, releasing their pent-up excitement.
At the same time, both Beijing Municipal Television and the national television station broadcast this exciting news immediately. The camera switched to Tiananmen Square, where a sea of people was seen, creating a vibrant and bustling scene. Bright red five-star flags fluttered in the air, and the Beijing Olympic bid flag, formed by the five Olympic rings, was waved high by the crowd, resembling a sea of joy.
Lu Hao sat on the sofa, his eyes glued to the television screen, as if drawn by an invisible force. His eyes shone with intense excitement, as dazzling as the stars in the night sky.
In the scene, cheers and excited screams could be heard from the bustling crowd. Some people couldn't help but shed tears of joy, glistening tears sliding down their cheeks; others hugged their family and friends tightly, sharing this indescribable happiness; and still others danced and gesticulated, fully releasing their inner joy and excitement.
At that moment, a strong sense of national pride surged into Lu Hao's heart like a surging tide. As a Chinese, he deeply felt the immense significance of this successful bid for the Olympics for his great motherland! This was not merely the successful bid for a major sporting event, but a concentrated display of national strength and national spirit!
Unable to contain his excitement any longer, Lu Hao abruptly stood up. His sudden movement drew everyone's attention. He first turned to his parents, then asked earnestly, "Mom, Dad, if I decide to switch to sports now, is it possible for me to participate in the Olympics someday?"
Hearing her son's words, Qian Duoduo smiled slightly and gently replied, "Then, my darling, which specific sport do you want to participate in?" This question was like a riddle, causing Lu Hao, who had been full of anticipation, to fall into deep thought. Indeed, although he knew he longed to step onto the Olympic stage, choosing which sport to participate in had become a headache.
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