This is indeed the principle that Zhang Qinghua wants to teach the children.
In this world, the hardest thing is taking the first step and then persevering.
She didn't want her children to give up at the slightest difficulty in the future, because then their lives would be spent in countless acts of giving up.
She knew her child would end up achieving nothing and didn't want to see that happen.
Xiao Hui is too young to understand, so she can only let him experience it first. Perhaps he will understand the principle without her having to tell him in the future!
"But I can't, I can't do it well, I'm tired," Xiao Hui said softly, her voice trembling with emotion.
"Take your time, you'll get it eventually," Xiao Chen patiently guided. "Think about it. Didn't you also find it difficult and hard to learn when you were studying before?"
"Later, Mom told you that you'll learn it slowly. If you don't get it the first time, try twice. If you don't get it the second time, try three times. You'll eventually get it."
"And she also told you not to be afraid of going slowly, as long as you get the hang of it, remember?"
This is what Xiaohui said when he was learning to write at school.
Back then, Xiao Hui couldn't write some difficult characters and often made mistakes, which is what Song Lili told him.
Xiao Hui nodded, "I remember, I remember." His mother said it many more times afterward, so of course he remembered.
"Then why do you say you can't? You knew it before, and you'll learn it now. Take it slow. As long as you don't give up, you'll definitely learn it."
Song Lili's intentions were revealed by Xiao Chen, which also comforted Xiao Hui, easing his sadness and grievances.
He nodded and slowly picked up the sickle to start cutting. Although he was slow and didn't do it very well, he was very serious.
Song Lili had been keeping an eye on Xiao Hui, and when she saw that he stopped being temperamental and started working seriously, she immediately smiled.
She lowered her head, letting out soft laughter that no one could hear, but her mood improved.
The child didn't understand, but he still took action, which made Song Lili very gratified.
Her loving gaze fell upon her two sons, and she hoped that they would grow up to be people who could be proud of themselves.
You don't need to be very successful or achieve great fame; you just need to be true to yourself and follow your heart.
In that way, their lives will have more joy and happiness, even though they may be difficult and full of challenges. At the very least, she will feel happy.
That's enough; Song Lili doesn't ask for much.
"Why are you so strict with the child? He's still young and doesn't understand things. He's at the age where he likes to play."
Song Yongren came over specifically and said with some reproach.
"It's good to let him experience it, otherwise he'll get spoiled. It's good for him to suffer a little." At least, he didn't disappoint her.
"You!" Song Yongren sighed helplessly and went back to his work.
He was used to Lili making the decisions; he just needed not to object.
That's how it used to be, and it hasn't changed yet. He told Lili to stop, but she wouldn't listen, so he stopped talking to her.
Forget it, he's too old to manage, so let's just leave him be.
Besides, he hasn't been involved for long, and he's stopped getting involved.
Lili is a thoughtful child, so he trusts her.
Although Xiaohui was occasionally too tired and irritable that day, she still persevered.
When he got home that evening, Song Lili said to him, "I'll treat you to pastries tonight as a reward. I bought them a few days ago; they're your favorite."
Xiao Hui did a good job today and deserves a reward.
"Really?" Xiao Hui was immediately delighted, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Song Lili.
"Of course, this is a reward for you. You persevered today, which is great, so you're getting a treat."
She needs to let her child know why he is being rewarded, so that he can understand what is right and will be rewarded.
Moreover, the fruits of labor are the sweetest and most delicious.
"Okay, okay, I want to eat a lot. I was very good today, and I even did some work. I'm great!" Xiao Hui's little mouth chattered as she happily began to recount her "great achievements."
Where is that listless look from before?
"Yes, you're very good, you're the best." Song Lili chuckled, but still praised him; he really was great today.
"Go wash your hands, we'll eat in a bit." Song Lili affectionately patted Xiao Hui's head. "But we're at your uncle's house now, so can't you find out right now?"
"I'll give it to you when we get home, okay?" Song Lili discussed with Xiao Hui.
Xiao Hui was somewhat reluctant, but in the end she agreed.
My uncle's family probably doesn't have any of those good things; they've already asked for them.
Let's wait until we get home.
Xiao Hui was unaware that Song Lili had brought some food with her when she came in the morning, but it was for her family and not for Xiao Hui to eat.
"Good boy, you're such a good son, go on." Song Lili happily kissed Xiao Hui and patted his shoulder.
Song Lili went to the kitchen to help Xia Niu. All four of them were going to eat there, so they couldn't just sit and wait.
"Sister-in-law, what are you planning to do? I'll help you." Song Lili asked as she rolled up her sleeves, her eyes looking around for something she could do.
"I can manage here by myself." Xia Niu turned her head and smiled. "Or you could watch the fire for me?"
Song Lili also looked at Xia Niu, noticing the indifference in her eyes and the flickering light, and finally tugged at the corner of her mouth, "Okay."
He squatted on the stove to start a fire, his movements were skilled and nimble, without the slightest bit of awkwardness.
Xia Niu was a little disappointed. How could she still do it after all these years? She had been hoping to see Song Lili make a fool of herself!
Song Lili lowered her head and sneered. Were they going to watch her make a fool of herself? She wasn't going to make a fool of herself so easily.
She was quite adept at starting a fire; having done it so many times, it was ingrained in her very being. How could she possibly forget it so easily?
Besides, she wasn't completely inexperienced in starting a fire in the capital; this little thing wouldn't be difficult for her.
Soon, the fire was lit, and a large pot of water was boiled for everyone to wash up. Song Lili didn't want the children to use cold water.
Only then did Song Lili start boiling water for cooking.
Song Lili didn't say anything more about helping Xia Niu. Since she said she could, then so be it.
Everyone wanted to see her make a fool of herself, but she wasn't so kind-hearted. After being slapped on the left cheek, she turned the other cheek to be slapped as well.
She didn't return it, probably because of those two people outside!
Song Lili stayed in the Fifth Brigade for three days. During those three days, she went to the fields with the children every day.
Xiao Hui is still the same; he gets irritable every day after he's tired, and Xiao Chen always soothes him and gets him to keep working.
Every day, I could see Xiaohui looking unhappy, but she persevered and stopped trying to be perfunctory.
These past few days, Xia Niu's attitude towards Song Lili has been very strange. It seems that she wants to get closer to her, but at the same time, she keeps resisting.
Over the years, Song Lili has come to know this person a little bit and understands his personality.
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