I like to observe the expressions of people walking towards me, whether they are happy, sad, or calm with no trace of emotion. I imagine their stories. Some have received a raise, some have been promoted, some have lost their jobs, some are looking for work, and others have had their fighting spirit worn away by daily routines. Some have experienced breakups, others have fallen in love, some have married, some have cheated, and others have had affairs. Everyone has their own focus in life, living busy yet ordinary lives. When we stop and look at the scenery passing by, we discover that love is everywhere in our mundane lives, and life is still beautiful.
Great people have their grand landscapes, and common people also have their blue skies and clear waters. Often hidden in everyday life are the most genuine, pure, and simple emotions.
Once, after a written test, I met an aunt who was cleaning. She smiled and greeted me, saying, "You're leaving work?" My heart warmed up, and the stress of job hunting diminished significantly. I no longer cared about whether I would pass the interview or not. Another time, on my way home from work, I bought steamed buns downstairs but realized I didn't bring any money because I left in a hurry in the morning. After returning home to fetch coins, when I went back, the boss said, "It's fine, we're neighbors living so close, and you often come here. Just take the buns and pay next time." His simple words made me feel a sense of warmth from home while being away. Also, the sister in charge of cleaning in the property management always clears away our trash. Sometimes, when I wash my mop and meet her, she even helps me wring it out without complaint. It's not part of her job, yet she treats everyone and every task seriously.
Life does not become wonderful because it is dazzling and eye-catching. Instead, it is the inner fulfillment and satisfaction that make life lively and joyful. When busy, find time to rest. When idle, find something to do, don't complain about life. Go out, see others' lives, and you will feel happy too.
Live life with a grateful heart. Even if someone steadies you on a bus, you should be thankful. This makes me firmly believe that no matter how many setbacks life throws at us, they will all pass as long as we don't give up. Life will always be beautiful.