As her children grow up, Gu Yunxi prepares to return to the workforce. She knows she needs a strategy to balance work and family, and Huang Haitang's retirement provides her with an ideal solution.
Huang Haitang, now retired, has always hoped to have more opportunities to participate in her grandchildren's upbringing. When she learned that Gu Yunxi was about to return to work, she offered to help take care of the children: "Yunxi, don't worry about going to work, I'll take good care of the children."
Gu Yunxi was very grateful for Huang Haitang's suggestion: "Mom, thank you so much. With you at home helping to take care of Ruiqi and Ruilin, I can work with peace of mind."
He Siyan also expressed his gratitude for Huang Haitang's support: "Mom, your help is so important to us. We will try our best to arrange our work so that we have enough time to spend with the children."
Huang Haitang smiled and waved her hand: "You guys go about your business, I'll take care of the children. I enjoy being with them, it's a pleasure for me too."
Thus, Gu Yunxi began her professional life, while Huang Haitang took on the responsibility of caring for He Ruiqi and He Ruilin at home. She would arrange various activities every day to make the children's lives full of fun and educational value.
Huang Haitang would take the children for walks in the park, letting them connect with nature and observe different plants and animals. She would also teach them nursery rhymes, tell them stories, and cultivate their language skills and imagination.
At home, Huang Haitang also arranges some simple household chores for the children to participate in, such as tidying up toys and setting the table, in order to cultivate their sense of responsibility and hands-on skills.
Every day after get off work, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan would spend precious family time with their children. They would ask the children about their day's activities and share their own funny stories and experiences.
On weekends, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan try to arrange some family activities, such as going on outings together or participating in parent-child activities, so that the children can feel the warmth and support of their family.
This arrangement not only allowed Gu Yunxi to smoothly return to the workplace but also ensured that the children received ample care and education. For Huang Haitang, being able to participate in the growth of her grandchildren was the most meaningful thing in her retirement life. The whole family became more harmonious in this process, with each member playing an important role in their own way, jointly creating a family environment full of love and care.
Under Huang Haitang's meticulous care, He Ruiqi and He Ruilin thrived in the warmth and love of their family. Their laughter became the most melodious music in the home, and every moment of their growth brought endless joy to their family.
Every morning, as Gu Yunxi and He Siyan prepare to leave for work, Huang Haitang has already prepared a hearty breakfast for the twins. She makes sure the children eat healthily and have enough energy to start their day.
"Ruiqi, Ruilin, come and have breakfast." Huang Haitang called gently to the children, watching them wobble as they walked over, a satisfied smile spreading across her face.
After breakfast, Huang Haitang takes the children outdoors for activities. She believes that fresh air and sunshine are essential for children's growth. In the park, she guides the children to observe their surroundings and encourages them to interact and play with other children their age.
In the afternoon, Huang Haitang would arrange some educational games and activities, such as puzzles, drawing, and simple number recognition, aiming to stimulate the children's interest and potential. She patiently taught the children, encouraged them to try new things, and cultivated their curiosity and spirit of exploration.
As evening falls, Gu Yunxi and He Siyan return home, and the children excitedly run to them, sharing their day's experiences. The family sits around the dining table, enjoying a warm dinner and sharing their stories and joys.
Huang Haitang was filled with anticipation as her grandchildren began to babble, hoping to be the first person they addressed. Every day, she would patiently teach He Ruiqi and He Ruilin to say "Grandma," but the two little ones seemed to have their own ideas and never followed Huang Haitang's guidance.
Whenever Huang Haitang said to them with anticipation, "Call her grandma, call her grandma," He Ruiqi and He Ruilin would blink their curious big eyes and then make some indistinct sounds, sometimes "ah ah," sometimes "uh uh," and occasionally they would suddenly utter some unexpected words, making Huang Haitang feel both amused and somewhat helpless.
Seeing this, Gu Yunxi couldn't help but smile and comfort Huang Haitang: "Mom, don't worry, children learn to speak at their own pace. They are still young, but they will gradually learn to call you Grandma."
He Siyan chimed in, "Yes, Mom. Ruiqi and Ruilin are both very smart; they're just still exploring the world of language. I believe they'll give you a surprise soon."
Hearing her son and daughter-in-law's words, Huang Haitang felt a little disappointed, but she understood that children need time to grow. She adjusted her mindset and continued to patiently teach the children: "Okay, we're not in a hurry, we'll take it slow. Grandma will always be here waiting for you."
As the days went by, Huang Haitang continued to interact with the children daily, telling stories, singing nursery rhymes, and teaching them about the objects around them. Her patience and love gradually took root in the children's hearts.
Finally, one day, when Huang Haitang repeated the word "grandma" in front of the children as usual, He Ruiqi suddenly pronounced "grandma" clearly. Although it was still a bit childish, it was enough to make Huang Haitang very excited.
Immediately afterward, He Ruilin imitated his brother and tried his best to pronounce "Grandma." Huang Haitang's face lit up with a bright smile. She hugged the two children tightly and said emotionally, "Good children, good children, Grandma has been waiting for this moment for so long."
Gu Yunxi and He Siyan were also very gratified to see this. They knew that this was not just a word the children had learned, but also a beautiful moment of family emotional exchange.
This small step forward marks a significant development in He Ruiqi and He Ruilin's language skills, allowing Huang Haitang to deeply experience the joy and pride of being a grandmother. For the children, learning to call her "Grandma" is not only an improvement in language ability but also an important way to build emotional connections with their elders.
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