Travel back to the 80s to farm

As the Chinese New Year is approaching, every household is busy, and Shen Jing and Teacher Zhang are no exception. They have prepared a variety of New Year goods at home: fragrant fried meatballs, crispy and delicious; plump fried peanuts, crispy and tempting; and steaming steamed buns, soft and sweet... Each one is full of the flavor of the New Year.

At this moment, Lin Longping finally returned home. As soon as he entered the house, he did not take a rest and immediately went to the kitchen to help Teacher Zhang light the fire. The blazing flames licked the bottom of the pot, as if expressing his eager anticipation for the New Year.

Lin Longping asked with a smile: "Dear Teacher Zhang, what delicious food did you make today that smells so good?"

Teacher Zhang was all smiles: "Well, I just made a pot of pork stewed with vermicelli. The children haven't eaten meat for a long time, so let them eat their fill today!"

Lin Longping complained: "We've let them eat enough today, what are they going to eat on New Year's Eve the day after tomorrow?"

Teacher Zhang responded: "All year round, we can only eat meat during the Chinese New Year, so let the children eat as much as they want!"

Shen Jing ran out of the main room and shouted to Teacher Zhang: "Mom!"

Teacher Zhang asked in confusion: "What's the matter, Jingjing?"

Shen Jing turned around and saw Lin Longping making a fire. She was immediately happy: "Dad, you're back! Hehehe!"

Lin Longping smiled and replied: "Well, I'm back, Jingjing!"

Teacher Zhang asked again: "Hey, Jingjing, what did you ask me to do just now?"

Shen Jing slapped her forehead and said, "I almost forgot, Mom, I just cut some sweet potatoes. I'll make some sweet potato shreds for brother Yun Lei later! Hehe..."

Teacher Zhang was quite puzzled: "Jingjing, how do you make the sweet potato shreds you mentioned? I've never heard of this way of eating it before!"

"Mom, Shen Jing smiled and said confidently, "Mom, don't worry, the method is very simple! First cut the sweet potatoes into small pieces, then fry them in a pan, then take them out and drain the oil. Then, pour some white sugar in another pot, add a little water, and slowly simmer it into syrup over low heat. Finally, put the fried sweet potato pieces in and stir-fry them for a few times so that they are all coated with syrup. "

After listening to this, Teacher Zhang nodded to show that he understood.

Not long after, the sweet potato shreds were ready. Shen Jing walked out of the kitchen with a plate of golden and crispy sweet potato shreds, followed by Lin Longping and Teacher Zhang. Lin Yunlei stared at the plate of sweet potato shreds with his eyes wide open, drooling. Shen Jing smiled and said, "Come and try the sweet potato shreds made by my sister!" As soon as she finished speaking, Lin Yunlei couldn't wait to reach out his hand.

Teacher Zhang tapped Lin Yunlei with his chopsticks: "Have you washed your hands?"

Lin Yunlei retracted his hand and smiled awkwardly: "Hey, I'll go right away!"

Lin Longping joked: "Teacher Zhang, you are still as meticulous as ever!"

Teacher Zhang rolled his eyes at him and said, "Look at what you've done to your son!"

"Hehe! Okay, okay, you are the boss at home!" Lin Longping smiled.

"Dad, Mom, come sit down and eat! The sweet potato shreds must be eaten while hot, otherwise they will crystallize immediately!" Shen Jing said.

"Hmm, it's delicious!" Lin Yunlei said while eating.

Teacher Zhang reminded Lin Yunlei: "Don't talk while eating, and don't talk while sleeping!"

After Lin Yunlei finished eating the candied silk in his mouth, he said, "Okay, I got it!"

Shen Jing picked up a piece and put it in Teacher Zhang's bowl: "Mom, eat it quickly, this sweet potato shreds is delicious, sweet and fragrant!"

Then he picked up another piece and put it in Lin Longping's bowl: "Dad, you try it too!"

Lin Longping smiled gently: "Okay! Jingjing is so filial!" Then he picked up a piece of meat and gave it to Shen Jing.

Shen Jing saw the meat: "Hehe!"

Teacher Zhang smiled and said, "We are a family, don't be polite, just eat!"

Teacher Zhang treated Lin Yunlei equally and gave him a piece of meat. The family was so happy!

After the meal, Shen Jing burped: "Hey!"

Teacher Zhang smiled at Shen Jing and said, "Jingjing, come with me to town tomorrow morning!"

"Okay, Mom!" Shen Jing nodded in agreement, then turned to the kitchen to get some hot water to wash the dishes.

The next morning, Teacher Zhang woke Shen Jing up early and asked her to pack her clothes and toiletries.

Shen Jing asked in confusion: "Mom, why are you cleaning this?"

Teacher Zhang explained: "Silly Jingjing, the New Year is coming, we need to take a bath and wash away all the troubles of the past year. Let's welcome the arrival of the New Year cleanly!"

Shen Jing understood instantly: "Oh, so that's how it is!"

Shen Jing asked again: "Where are Dad and Yun Lei?"

Teacher Zhang packed up the bag and said, "They are waiting for us at the door!"

"Mom, I'm done!" Shen Jing said as she put the soap and shampoo into the package.

"Let's go!"

Shen Jing's family of four pulled a cart all the way to the town. Because it was New Year's Day, the road was crowded with people. The town was especially bustling today, with vendors selling things on both sides of the street. It was so lively!

Lin Yunlei shouted excitedly: "Wow, so many people!"

Teacher Zhang smiled and reminded: "Yunlei, don't run around, be careful not to get lost!"

Lin Yunlei looked around curiously: "Okay, I know!"

Shen Jing asked in confusion: "Mom, why are private stalls allowed now?"

Teacher Zhang whispered to Shen Jing, "Private street vendors should not be allowed now. This is capitalism! Maybe they are selling secretly when there are so many people around!"

Shen Jing understood at once: "Oh, that's how it is!"

Teacher Zhang turned to Shen Jing who was watching the roadside stall and said, "Jingjing, the only bathhouse in town is in front of us. Follow me closely. There must be a lot of people taking a bath right now!"

Shen Jing nodded: "Yes, I understand!"

When she arrived at the bathhouse, it was the first time Shen Jing saw a bathhouse where everyone took off all their clothes and were open to each other. She felt a little embarrassed at first.

After taking a shower, Teacher Zhang led Lin Yunlei, Shen Jing and the others out of the bathroom. At this moment, the sun was shining on the earth, as if covering the whole world with a layer of golden gauze.

Teacher Zhang led everyone through several alleys and finally arrived at a small barber shop. Although the shop was not big, it exuded a simple and warm atmosphere.

When we walked into the shop, an elderly barber was sitting on a chair waiting for customers to arrive. When he saw Teacher Zhang and others coming in, he stood up with a smile to greet them.

After Teacher Zhang greeted the barber, he asked Lin Yunlei and Shen Jing to sit down and prepare for the haircut. The barber skillfully picked up the scissors and comb and began to trim their hair. His technique was skillful and gentle, and each cut was just right, not too much and not too little.

During this process, Lin Yunlei and Shen Jing seemed a little nervous. After all, this was their first time to get a haircut in such a traditional barber shop. However, as time went by, they gradually relaxed and began to enjoy this unique experience.

As they watched their originally messy hair gradually being trimmed into a neat and beautiful hairstyle, they couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.

In this way, Lin Yunlei and Shen Jing became more energetic under the barber's superb skills. Finally, Teacher Zhang paid the money and thanked the barber and led everyone out of the barber shop.

Afterwards, Mr. Zhang and his team continued to shop for gifts. They carefully selected various exquisite gifts, including cakes that symbolize good luck, supplements that imply health and longevity, and decorations that represent happiness and contentment. Mr. Zhang plans to save them for when he visits relatives after the New Year to express his New Year greetings and good wishes to his relatives. Each gift carries a strong sense of friendship, and I believe that the relatives and friends who receive these gifts will also feel warm and happy.