Gu Yunxi's concerns were perfectly natural. When a newborn arrives in the family, especially twins, parents' attention and time are often more focused on the newborn's needs. However, she also knew that her eldest son He Ruizhe's emotional needs were equally important.
To ensure He Ruizhe didn't feel neglected, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan took some measures to balance their attention on the three children. They specifically arranged some "one-on-one" time to spend alone with He Ruizhe, such as doing activities he liked together, or simply chatting to learn about his daily life and feelings.
One evening, Gu Yunxi called He Ruizhe to her side and gently asked him, "Ruize, Mom and Dad have been busy taking care of your younger siblings lately. How do you feel? Do you feel like we haven't been paying as much attention to you as before?"
He Ruizhe looked at his mother and said sensibly, "Mom, I know my younger brother and sister are still small and need your care. It's okay, I also like to help you."
Gu Yunxi hugged her son with emotion: "Ruize, you are such a sensible and good child. But we also want to make sure you feel loved and valued. If you need anything, or just want to talk to us, please let us know anytime."
He Siyan added, "Yes, Ruizhe. You are very important to us, and we want you to know that you are always an important part of our family."
To further ensure He Ruizhe felt valued, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan decided to arrange at least one family activity per week, such as a walk in the park or a small movie night at home. These activities allowed the whole family to share happy moments and made He Ruizhe feel that he was an indispensable part of the family.
In addition, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan encouraged He Ruizhe to participate in caring for his younger siblings, making him feel that he played an important role in the process. They taught him how to hold a baby safely or how to help soothe the baby when his parents were busy.
As time went by, He Ruizhe gradually adapted to the new changes in the family and was happy to be a little helper to his younger siblings. Gu Yunxi and He Siyan's careful attention and balancing strategies helped him understand his new role in the family and made sure he knew that despite the arrival of a new member, he was still the most precious child in his parents' hearts.
That day, Gu Yuanzhi brought Pei Yanchuan to Gu Yunxi's home. Their arrival brought even more laughter to this warm family. Gu Yuanzhi carried several exquisite little bags, filled with clothes carefully selected for the twins, while Pei Yanchuan carried a beautiful cake box.
Gu Yunxi opened the door to greet them, her face beaming with a warm smile: "Yuanzhi, Yanchuan, you're here, come in quickly."
Gu Yuanzhi excitedly walked into the house, eager to see her newborn nephew and niece: "Sister, I really want to see them, and there's also a cake for Ruizhe to celebrate him becoming a big brother."
Hearing his name called, He Ruizhe ran over: "Auntie, Uncle, you're here!" He looked curiously at the cake box in Pei Yanchuan's hand, his eyes sparkling with excitement.
Gu Yuanzhi squatted down and gave He Ruizhe a hug: "Ruize, congratulations on becoming a big brother. This is a cake from your aunt. I hope you like it."
He Ruizhe happily accepted the cake box: "Thank you, Auntie, I love it so much!"
Pei Yanchuan handed the bag of clothes to Gu Yunxi: "Sister Yunxi, these are some clothes we prepared for the twins. We hope they like them."
Gu Yunxi took the clothes and said gratefully, "Yuanzhi, Yanchuan, you are so thoughtful. Please sit down and I will take you to see the baby."
Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan followed Gu Yunxi to the nursery. Seeing the two sleeping babies peacefully, Gu Yuanzhi couldn't help but exclaim softly, "They're so tiny, so adorable!"
Pei Yanchuan also showed a gentle smile and said softly, "Sister Yunxi, twins are truly a gift from heaven to you."
Gu Yunxi gently tidied up each baby's blanket, then turned to Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan and said, "Yes, their arrival has made our lives more fulfilling and happy. I also hope they will bring you good luck."
He Siyan then entered the nursery and greeted Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan warmly: "Yuanzhi, Yanchuan, welcome. We are so happy to see you here."
Gu Yuanzhi stood up and said with a smile, "Brother-in-law, seeing you so happy makes us very happy too. The twins are really cute, and I believe they will thrive in a loving environment."
He Ruizhe opened the cake box, revealing a beautifully made cake. He suggested, "Let's sing 'Happy Birthday' to celebrate becoming a big brother!"
The whole family sat around in the living room and sang "Happy Birthday" to He Ruizhe. He Ruizhe blew out the candles on the cake and made a wish. This heartwarming scene made everyone feel the warmth and happiness of family.
Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan's visit not only brought gifts to Gu Yunxi's family, but also the love and blessings of family members. This day became an unforgettable and beautiful memory for the Gu family.
Huang Haitang was delighted by Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan's visit. As a kind elder and the hostess of the house, she carefully prepared dinner to make them feel at home.
At dinner, Huang Haitang enthusiastically served food to Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan while chatting with them warmly: "Yuanzhi, Yanchuan, it's so great that you could come. Eat more, these are all home-style dishes, I hope they suit your tastes."
Gu Yuanzhi felt Huang Haitang's warmth and care, and replied with a smile, "Thank you, Auntie, you're too kind. We're so glad to be here, these dishes are really delicious."
Pei Yanchuan also expressed his gratitude: "Auntie, your hospitality has warmed our hearts. These dishes are delicious; you must have put a lot of thought into them."
He Ruizhe excitedly joined the conversation, recounting his fun experiences at school and how he helped take care of his younger siblings. His lively and adorable personality added a lot of fun to the dinner.
Gu Yunxi and He Siyan expressed their gratitude for Huang Haitang's thoughtfulness and care. They knew that Huang Haitang was not only a loving mother, but also an elder who cared about every member of the family.
After dinner, the family chatted in the living room, sharing their daily lives and funny stories. Listening to her family's laughter, Huang Haitang felt a deep sense of contentment and happiness.
As Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan prepared to leave, Huang Haitang saw them to the door, reminding them to be careful on their journey and expressing her hope that they would visit again. She said to Gu Yuanzhi, "Yuanzhi, remember to come back often; you're always welcome here."
After Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yanchuan left, Huang Haitang returned to the house, feeling a warm glow in her heart. She was proud to have such a harmonious family, and happy to still be able to do things for her family at this age.
That evening, Huang Haitang's home became a haven of love and warmth, allowing every family member to feel the meaning of home.
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