I dreamed that we were organizing an event to teach children how to appreciate and support the elderly. I was involved in designing the event.
Sister Joyce suggested that we find out which state or city the children come from. Then, we could print a brief introduction about that state or city and distribute it to the children, so they could read it and then introduce their hometown and its features on stage.
I think this activity is quite good. On one hand, we provide materials for the children to read, allowing them to learn about their hometown and its characteristics. On the other hand, it also gives them the opportunity to practice public speaking.
Regarding the part of the activity focused on supporting the elderly, we planned to have the children serve the elderly, such as by giving them massages or washing their feet.
There happened to be an elderly person present. We demonstrated lifting the elderly person to sit by the sink. Initially, we wanted to show how to massage and wash his feet, but the elderly person almost slipped off. We realized it was too dangerous. Additionally, lifting the elderly person onto the sink could potentially injure us. So, we adjusted the plan and placed a small chair next to the sink for the elderly person to sit on. This way, the children could serve him more safely. After the adjustment, I thought this idea was quite good.
Later, I went to make a salad and heard the organizer talking about his story, which seemed related to "asking the gods" for guidance. Unexpectedly, Wang Weizhong publicly stated in the newspaper that he wanted to write a letter to this organizer, saying he would share his experiences of living in a military dependents' village as a child. The organizer said he didn't expect that his casual writing would elicit a personal response from Wang Weizhong, and he felt quite honored.
While making the salad and grating baby corn, I listened to them talk. Then, I thought to myself, "This baby corn, prepared this way, should taste pretty good."
夢見我們在辦一個活動，就是如何讓小朋友能夠學習感謝與支持老人家。我在參與活動設計。
Joyce 師姐提議，我們看小朋友是來自哪一州，或是哪個城市。然後我們就把那一個州或城市的簡短介紹，印出來發給小朋友，讓小朋友可以閱讀參考，然後讓他們上台來介紹自己的家鄉與特色。
我覺得這個活動相當不錯，一方面我們發資料給小朋友閱讀，他們可以了解自己的家鄉與特色，另一方面也可以訓練他們上台演講。
關於支援老人家活動的部分，就是我們讓小朋友去服務老人，像是幫老人家按摩、擦腳啊！
現場正好有一位老人。我們示範把老人家抬起來，讓他坐在水槽旁邊。本來是想示範幫他按摩與擦腳，可是老人家差點滑了下來，我們覺得太危險了。而且要把老人家抬上水槽，我們自己可能也會受傷。後來我們改在水槽旁放一張小椅子，讓老人家坐在小椅子上，這樣子小朋友也可以去服侍他。經過調整後，我也覺得這個主意蠻不錯的。
後來我去做沙拉，聽見主辦人在講他的故事，好像是跟「問神」有關。想不到王偉忠在報紙上公開就說他要寫信給這個主辦人，說他要來分享自己小時候眷村生活的經驗。主辦人說他沒想到自己隨意寫文章，還可以讓王偉忠親自來回覆他，就覺得還滿光榮的。
我一邊然做沙拉，刨著玉米筍，一邊聽他們講話。然後我就心裡想：「玉米筍這樣子弄，應該會蠻好吃的。」
Ending 1: Successful Event and Gratitude
After making the salad and listening to the organizer's story, the event proceeds smoothly. The children successfully introduce their hometowns, and their presentations are well-received. The elderly participants express heartfelt gratitude for the children's service, and everyone feels a deep sense of connection and fulfillment. The event concludes with a joyful celebration, where both young and old share their experiences and enjoy a meal together.
Ending 2: Unexpected Guest and Surprise Recognition
While preparing the salad, a well-known public figure (other than Wang Weizhong) unexpectedly arrives at the event. This guest, inspired by the theme of the event, shares their own touching story about supporting the elderly. The presence of this guest energizes the participants and draws media attention, further highlighting the importance of the cause. The event garners widespread recognition, leading to more community support and future events focused on intergenerational bonding.
Ending 3: A Heartfelt Reunion
As the event progresses, one of the elderly participants recognizes a long-lost friend among the organizers or guests. This reunion brings a wave of emotions, and their story of reconnecting after many years becomes the highlight of the event. The children witness this heartfelt moment, reinforcing the theme of cherishing and supporting the elderly. The reunion inspires everyone present to reach out to their own loved ones and strengthens the sense of community.
Ending 4: A Lesson in Resilience
After the initial hiccup with the elderly person almost slipping, the children take the initiative to come up with their own creative solutions to ensure everyone's safety. Their proactive approach impresses the adults and demonstrates their growing sense of responsibility and empathy. The event becomes a learning experience for both children and adults, showcasing the importance of resilience and teamwork in overcoming challenges.
Ending 5: A Personal Revelation
As the dream progresses, you find yourself deeply moved by the stories and interactions at the event. This inspires you to reflect on your own relationships with elders in your life. You decide to take concrete steps to show appreciation and support for them. The dream concludes with a powerful sense of resolve and a plan to implement similar initiatives in your community, ensuring the spirit of gratitude and support for the elderly continues to grow.