Why are we moved?, From "Salute Doll" to "Wheelchair Boy" in the College Entrance Examination Score | Wheelchair Boy | Salute Doll
Recently, the scores of the college entrance examination in various regions have been announced one after another. The results of two candidates were particularly touching, and were widely praised - Lang Zheng, a survivor of the Wenchuan earthquake and a "salute doll", scored a high score of 637, while Wu Haoran, a "wheelchair boy" from Anhui who suffered from sudden cerebral hemorrhage and underwent three craniotomy surgeries, also scored a good score of 445.
Of course, what moves people is not only the scores themselves, but also the extraordinary life stories of the two teenagers behind the scores. When the Wenchuan earthquake occurred in 2008, Lang Zheng was only 3 years old. He was buried under the ruins for more than 20 hours with his left arm injured. On the occasion of his rescue, he raised his tender right hand to salute the soldiers of the People's Liberation Army. The scene captured by the camera has become a vivid portrayal of the national spirit of life and death, as well as gratitude, under the great disaster. Wu Haoran suffered from cerebral hemorrhage at the age of only 9, and multiple brain surgeries affected his learning ability. The sequelae made him unable to walk independently and could only be accompanied by a wheelchair and crutches all day long. They encountered such difficulties at a young age and ultimately overcame numerous difficulties to achieve excellent results in the college entrance examination, which is certainly touching.
The spiritual power reflected behind the growth stories of the two teenagers is even more worth exploring and cherishing.
Although the earthquake disaster did not cause serious disability or leave serious sequelae to Lang Zheng in terms of physical health, the emotional trauma caused by the earthquake and the adverse effects that the family, school, and social environment may have on children after the disaster should not be underestimated. According to his own account, Lang Zheng was once shrouded in the shadow of earthquakes for a long time. He was afraid of wind and rain, and even dared not close the door when using the restroom. Fortunately, 15 years later, he has overcome the spiritual shadow left by the earthquake and grown into a confident, sunny, and optimistic young man.
In Lang Zheng's growth story, "gratitude" is a high-frequency keyword. He once said, "Gratitude" is the first lesson in his life, and "it is the two most important words that all of us who suffered from earthquake disasters have learned." In a public speech, he also expressed his heartfelt words: "If it weren't for the People's Liberation Army uncle who rescued me from the ruins at that time, there wouldn't be me standing in front of everyone today." "Gratitude" also guides his future life plan - "Serve the people, don't let down so many people who care about me and help me."
Gratefulness and gratitude are virtues, and the other side of these virtues is the great love that our country and even human society have shown during the earthquake. At the dangerous earthquake scene, soldiers of the People's Liberation Army, armed police officers and soldiers, rescue personnel, and volunteers sacrificed their lives, working day and night, racing against time to save lives. Countless people are helping each other, donating money and materials, and extending a helping hand to disaster areas and victims. Many people have always been concerned about the disaster area and its victims, and have been providing them with selfless help in the long years after the earthquake disaster occurred. This kind of great human love has always guarded the growth path of the "salute doll", a grateful heart awakened by love, and gives him the courage and strength to keep moving forward. The giving and echoing of love has become the most touching movement in this growth story.
The growth story of "wheelchair boy" allows us to read vivid annotations of self-improvement. Suffering from cerebral hemorrhage and spending the rest of his life with a wheelchair and crutches means such a cruel and ruthless blow to a 9-year-old child's fate. However, in the face of adversity, Wu Haoran chose to strive for self-improvement. Multiple brain surgeries have affected his learning ability, but he refuses to give up and voluntarily and consciously puts in double the time and effort to study hard and seek advice from teachers. The sequelae made it difficult for him to walk independently, especially up and down stairs. But he insisted on going to and from school in a wheelchair, using crutches to climb up and down stairs. His response to the "special care" proposed by the teacher and classmates was "I don't need it, I can do it myself.". This self reliant young man delivered satisfactory answers in his imperfect life - he was admitted to Anhui Provincial Demonstration High School and was rated as one of the "Top Ten Students" of the school. Now, he has achieved a good score of over 18 points in the second tier college entrance examination.
Adversity and suffering themselves are not worthy of praise, but for some people, encountering adversity is often difficult to completely avoid. Poverty, illness, disability, accidents, and natural disasters can all come unexpectedly at certain stages of life, instantly pushing people into a valley of destiny. How to face, choose, and cope with adversity and suffering can particularly test the brilliance and darkness of human nature.
Under the heavy blow of fate, some people may fall into despair and self blame, while others may give up and break down, but more people will choose to rise up and fight tirelessly. They endure the forging of suffering, undergo painful transformation, and ultimately achieve spiritual growth, complete self reconstruction, and also have a broader realm of life - this extraordinary spiritual power and shining human brilliance may be the growth story from "salute doll" to "wheelchair boy" that deeply moves countless netizens.
