Changes and the future

Changes in Yellow Sheep River:

Hu is the one who has experienced most of the changes in Yellow Sheep River---from villagers saw the outside world through the first computer and the setting up of the five-star hotel to going out to work. A lot of changes have taken place. In Hu’s eyes they are mainly in three aspects:

Firstly villagers got changes in thoughts. Several years ago, if a foreigner came, it would be a piece of shocking news to all the people, but now they have been got used to it. Children even chatted with foreigners in English. In the past no one would believe it if the labor department looked for workers for other places. But since the establishment of Digital Center, people voluntarily seek for the opportunity of working outside. Secondly villagers have learned to do business. For example, in the past the embroidered shoes cushions were the gifts to the visitors and the villagers were proud of doing this. Now the cushions have become a commodity. No one is willing to give it to you for nothing. Finally is the change in lifestyle. In winter, people liked to chat and gossip under the sunlight. Now some participate in the project West Talents for the East, some work in the International Convention Center, some do business in town and some operate recreating places like small cinema and billiards room. In addition, most of the villagers now depend on e-business to sell their agricultural products.

Changes in villagers’ attitude toward Hu:

‘With the changes in recent years, people have drawn more attention to me and they give me a lot of support. It makes me to have a better cooperation with Town and Talent. For example, when I go through the formality in police station, the staff’s is very patient. The trust of local educational department and support from media really impress me. Actually, what makes me pleased mostly is the expansion of our school and more students can graduate.’ Hu said with the simple and honest smile.

The most touching thing:

‘Too many things are unforgettable, like teaching villagers surfing internet, seeking help for students who could not pay for tuition and recruiting for Chengda Shoes. All these things have helped me to become more mature. What impressed me most was help the villagers sell aweto products that are very important to the villagers. If they were cheated they would be bankrupt. It was really a hard job to convince them. But I feel very satisfactory. It is the most touching is that I, an ordinary teacher, can gain trust from my villagers.

Future:

‘Now I feel I bear more responsibilities not only for my students, my career but all the people in Yellow Sheep River. I expect more people support us and pay more attention to us. I believe Yellow Sheep River has a better future.’

The interview was over and Hu left in a hurry. He was to prepare for the recruitment of tomorrow. To catch the train, he even did not have the dinner. His honest smile is still in my mind. I believe that the transformation of Yellow Sheep River does attribute to the sacrifice of so many people like Hu who are striving for the development of their hometown.

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