Yincong Fan (范银聪)

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My parents did not receive much education, and only my father can be considered semi-literate. Given their background, my parents both understand the importance of education and hope that one day, their children will be able to stand proudly in society.

When I was in third grade, a major thunderstorm damaged the roof of my house. The next day, my uncle came to help fix the roof, but unfortunately, slipped and fell six meters to the ground. After being examined at the hospital, the doctors deemed that immediate surgery would be necessary to save my uncle’s life. In despair, I had to discontinue my education to help pay for my uncle’s medical expenses. A year later, my father intended for me to return to finish elementary school. However, my mother was diagnosed with lithiasis and needed me to stay home to help out with farm work.

I would often cry when seeing other children going to school while I had to stay home. But I never allowed my tears to be seen by my parents because I knew that it was the best they could do. Two years later, I was given the chance to return to school. By that time, I had already become the “miniature adult” in my family. I understand that my baby brother is still too young, so I try to help out as much as possible and keep all of my hardships and bitterness to myself.

(Translated from Yincong’s autobiographical sketch)