There was nothing to do on Sunday, so I drove with a few friends who often go to the nursing home for help. It was my first time to go to the nursing home. After entering the nursing home, I found that it was very different from what I had imagined. The yard was clean and tidy, with lawns and flower beds, as well as stone tables and benches for the elderly to cool off; when I entered the rooms where the elderly lived, TVs, sofas, coffee tables, wardrobes, water dispensers and other items were neatly arranged. The bathroom was also designed with humanization in mind. Only then did I realize how difficult life can be, with handrails, anti-slip pads and other items all available. Everything looked really good.
However, during the chat with grandpas and grandmas, I was deeply moved. I originally thought that only childless elderly people would come to the nursing home. But after talking with them, I learned that many of the elderly have children. It's just that they are busy with work and have no time to take care of their parents, so they send them to the nursing home. And some children haven't visited their parents for a long time. Although the conditions of the nursing home are good and there are many elderly people living there, when they get old, they still prefer to live with their families. One grandpa told me that when you get old, you can't focus on reading books properly. You don't need fancy clothes or superior living conditions. All you need is to be with your grandchildren. Even if you eat rough food, you will be happy as long as you can see them every day. After hearing grandpa's words, I felt really uncomfortable inside.
The elderly are always concerned about their descendants. Their chat topics always revolve around their children, such as each child's birthday and preferences, etc. I wonder if their children even remember their birthdays. It's clear that the elderly in the nursing home are deeply lonely inside. When we left, a grandma held my hand and didn't want to let go. After walking out of the nursing home gate, I couldn't help shedding tears...
In the corridor of time, the elderly have gradually moved to the fringes of society. They say that there is nothing more beautiful than the red of the setting sun, but the grandpas and grandmas in the nursing home seem to be quietly waiting for the passage of time. From them, I cannot see any joy in life. Actually, their expectations are not high. They just hope that their children can give them more attention and warmth. Even if someone chats with them every day, they will be satisfied. Respecting, honoring, and loving the elderly is a glorious tradition of our nation. Letting the elderly enjoy a happy and joyful retirement life is the duty of each one of us.
People often pour everything into the next generation, but always ignore the feelings of the elderly. They accept all the love from their parents without thinking, but how much love have they given back to their parents? We will all grow old, it's the cycle of life, irreversible. We should do more perspective-taking with the elderly. If we grow old and live the same life, how would we feel? If one day, lonely elders leave us forever, will we leave a permanent regret in our hearts? By that time, even if we want to do something for them, it will be impossible.
The lonely figures and desolate eyes of the elderly remain indelible in my heart. This trip to the nursing home was somewhat sad, but I gained a lot. From the elderly, I learned many principles of being a person. In the future, whenever I have time, I will often visit the grandpas and grandmas. I hope that all children will consciously do things for their parents and give more love to their parents. I sincerely wish that all the elderly in the world can live happily, happily, and fully!