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In the busy daily life of Suizhong County, there is one thing that makes Yang's mother extremely excited, that is, to find a suitable daughter-in-law for her son Yang Liwei, who served in the distant army.
Can Yang Liwei find the destined one with the help of his mother?
Yang Liwei: A chapter of growth
As the eldest son, Yang Liwei has been a worry-free child since he was a child.
As he recalls, his parents were always busy with work, and he was often alone at home to complete his homework and tidy up the house.
The sense of responsibility at home allowed him to learn to take care of his younger siblings and himself before he grew up.
This self-discipline and sense of responsibility also became part of his personality.
When Yang Liwei was eighteen years old, he resolutely chose to join the army, which was still very rare in the town at that time. The family was both surprised and proud of his choice.
After enlisting in the army, he quickly rose through his training as a recruit through unremitting efforts.
The strict laws of the base, combined with his own self-disciplined character, allowed him to quickly establish prestige in the troops.
Becoming a pilot is Yang Liwei's dream.
During his years in the army, he overcame various difficulties, including high-intensity physical training and complex aviation theory.
In the dead of night, he always thinks of the air show his father took him to see in his childhood, which was his first close encounter with airplanes and the moment when he planted his dream of flying.
Through unremitting efforts, he eventually became a pilot, much to his parents' pride and gratification.
However, as Yang Liwei grew older and became a young talent on the single-plank bridge in his family, his personal life gradually attracted the attention of his family.
Especially Yang's mother, she began to worry about her son's marriage.
Yang Liwei's life in the army was almost isolated from the outside world, and his life circle was almost entirely his brothers, and he rarely had access to young women of appropriate age.
Yang's mother raised this issue at a family gathering, and the whole family expressed concern for Yang Liwei's marriage.
Eventually, the family decided to go on a traditional blind date to solve the problem.
They contacted a number of distant relatives and acquaintances, hoping to find a suitable match with their help.
Under the arrangement of his family, Yang Liwei began a blind date journey.
Plan your future daughter-in-law's journey
In the quiet town of Suizhong, Yang's mother, a senior teacher, has always had an indescribable concern for her son's marriage.
Whenever the classroom after school returns to tranquility, she sits there, her mind drifting far away, imagining an ideal future daughter-in-law, a young woman with a college degree or above, dignified and delicate, gentle and graceful, preferably a native of Suizhong.
Such a standard, in Yang's mother's view, can not only ensure that her son has a good family atmosphere, but also facilitate the communication between the two families.
One day, Yang's mother and Ren Yanqiu, the school doctor of Suizhong No. 3 Middle School, accidentally talked about this topic in the teacher's lounge.
Ren Yanqiu, an amiable middle-aged man, agreed with Yang's mother's concern and offered to help.
Yang's mother told him in detail her expectations for her future daughter-in-law.
After Ren Yanqiu heard this, he thought about it, and suddenly had a flash of inspiration, patted his thigh, and said, "Isn't Zhang Yumei quite suitable!" ”
Zhang Yumei, a young female teacher who graduated from the Teachers College, also teaches at No. 3 Middle School, like Yang's mother, but teaches different subjects.
Although it is unknown whether she and Yang Liwei have a common language, Ren Yanqiu knows that Yang's mother always has a high opinion of young people in the education field.
Zhang Yumei has won a lot of praise in the school for her knowledge and teaching attitude, and her gentleness and talent have often become a topic of discussion among colleagues.
Yang's mother was quite excited about this suggestion and decided to learn more about Zhang Yumei's situation.
Daughter-in-law primary: Yang's mother's expectations and Yang Liwei's response
When she officially spoke to Zhang Yumei face-to-face for the first time at a teacher event at the school, her heart was filled with joy and hope.
Zhang Yumei wears a pair of lightweight glasses, her every movement reveals elegance and calm, and her knowledgeable conversation and beautiful appearance make Yang's mother almost immediately believe that this young female teacher is her ideal daughter-in-law.
On the day of the meeting, Zhang Yumei was taking the students to a scientific demonstration, and her professionalism and care for the students reflected her sense of responsibility and educational feelings.
Such a scene strengthened Yang's mother's choice, and she believed that such a gentle and demure woman could bring happiness and tranquility to her son.
That night, Yang's mother couldn't wait to pick up the phone and dialed her son Yang Liwei, who was far away in the army.
On the other end of the phone, Yang Liwei was dealing with some daily training affairs, and he was a little surprised by his mother's sudden phone call.
Hearing his mother's excited voice and description of Zhang Yumei, Yang Liwei was slightly stunned, thinking about his mother's swift and decisive move.
Although he was a little confused and helpless, Yang Liwei knew that his mother's actions came from his care and love for him.
In the army, he was used to obedience and discipline, so he did not refute his mother's request too much.
In fact, he also felt that it was time to think about his personal life.
So, he applied for family leave from his superiors and prepared to go home to find out.
On the way home, Yang Liwei's heart was full of mixed emotions.
He has his own expectations for his future married life, but he also feels a weight of responsibility.
He knew that his mother's expectations were high, and she hoped that he would find a partner who could support each other and grow together.
Although he was a little nervous, he also had a hint of curiosity about the Zhang Yumei he was about to meet.
The first time we met: the story of Yang Liwei and Zhang Yumei
When Yang Liwei and Zhang Yumei met for the first time under the introduction of Yang's mother, the atmosphere between the two was surprisingly harmonious.
Despite their very different professional backgrounds – one as a pilot flying freely in the skies, the other as a nurturing teacher at school – they soon discovered that they had much in common.
The first conversation was like a reunion of friends after a long absence, and the conversation between them was full of interest and curiosity.
Over the next few weeks, the two decided to get to know each other better, opting for a letter exchange about each other's lifestyles and past experiences.
Yang Liwei detailed his adventures in the air and his daily life as a pilot, while Zhang Yumei shared her days as a teacher and those heartwarming or funny moments in the classroom.
Through these words, the two seem to find a unique emotional resonance that makes their relationship heat up quickly.
At the end of 1990, when Yang Liwei went home to visit relatives, the topic of marriage at home was once again put on the agenda.
In the face of his parents' urging to marry, Yang Liwei did not object.
During this time, his relationship with Zhang Yumei has grown closer, and both of them have also felt each other's expectations and desires for a future life together.
Not long after, Yang Liwei formally proposed marriage to Zhang Yumei, and the other party readily accepted it.
So, with the help and blessing of their families, they began to busily manage the marriage, and finally tied happiness firmly together.
Life after marriage is full of new challenges and pleasures for Yang Liwei and Zhang Yumei. Yang Liwei's career has also reached a new peak.
15 October 2003 was a particularly important and exciting day for them. As an astronaut, Yang Liwei is about to take off for the first time in a spaceship.
Early that morning, their three-bedroom home in the center of Suizhong County was crowded with relatives, friends and journalists from all over the country. Everyone came to witness this historic moment, cheer for Yang Liwei, and pray for the future of the couple.
The excitement and tension of that day filled the family.
Although Zhang Yumei is worried about Yang Liwei's safety, she is more proud of this major achievement in his career.
Yang Liwei felt the incomparable support and love from his wife and family on this special day, which gave him the courage and strength to embark on the journey of space.
References:[1]Ma Jingsheng. Chinese Cai,2008,0(21):70-74