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Notes on the strings.

As long as we have determination and courage, love and gratitude, we can create our own beautiful music and live our own life.

By Carina ElainePublished 2 years ago 3 min read

In a beautiful small village, there lives an old man named Li Ming. He is a very excellent pianist, using his hands and soul to create wonderful music. His piano sound is like the murmur of flowing water, like the singing of birds, like the wind blowing through the bamboo forest, making people feel relaxed and happy.

However, Li Ming has a secret. His vision is gradually deteriorating, and he is afraid that one day he will no longer be able to create wonderful music. Therefore, he decided to make the most perfect piano before he becomes completely blind, leaving his skills and love for music forever in this world.

Li Ming began his creation. He chose the highest quality wood and meticulously carved every detail. Although his eyes cannot see clearly, his heart can feel the texture of every piece of wood and the depth of each carving. He listens with his ears, touches with his fingers, and feels every vibration of the strings with his heart. His every moment is filled with focus and enthusiasm.

However, life is not always so smooth. One day, while Li Ming was carving the body of the piano, he accidentally cut his hand. The pain made it impossible for him to continue working, and he watched as his fingers were stained with red blood, filled with despair in his heart.

At this moment, he remembered the words his son had once said to him when he was a child: "Dad, you are my hero. Your music has given me joy and hope. You can definitely complete your piano." Li Ming was deeply moved, and he found the strength to continue his work.

Finally, when Li Ming's piano was completed, he could no longer see anything. He sat in front of the piano and lightly played the strings. That's the most beautiful music in the world, full of love and hope. Li Ming knows that he has integrated his entire life into this piano.

This story tells us that life is like the process of making a piano. We all have our own goals and dreams. Sometimes we may face difficulties and setbacks, but as long as we have determination and perseverance, we can definitely overcome difficulties and achieve our dreams. At the same time, we also need to learn to be grateful and cherish, to thank those who helped us in times of difficulty, to cherish every experience and every learning we have.

Li Ming's story teaches us that challenges and difficulties in life are inevitable, but we cannot give up on them. On the contrary, like Li Ming, we should face difficulties with a positive attitude, use our efforts and talents to create wonderful music and add color to our lives. No matter where we go, no matter what difficulties we encounter, as long as we have confidence and determination, we can achieve our goals.

In addition, this story also reminds us to have a grateful heart. We want to thank those who have provided us with help and support in our lives. Their kindness and enthusiasm make us feel the warmth and love of the world. We also need to cherish our life experiences. Whether it is success or failure, they are a part of our growth and a valuable asset in our lives.

Finally, this story tells us to be passionate about our work and life. Only when we love what we do can we devote all our passion and energy to it, and create true works of art. Li Ming's love and persistence in his piano skills have led him to create the most wonderful music in the world.

Overall, this story conveys a profound life philosophy: no matter how great difficulties and challenges we face, as long as we have determination and courage, love and gratitude, we can create our own beautiful music and live our own life.

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About the Creator

Carina Elaine

Nourishing the soul with stories and comprehending life with philosophy.

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