They crossed in front of me as I was driving out of the store parking lot. My first reaction was anger at being delayed for a whole ten seconds. I quickly became patient when I realised that this was an elderly couple.
The man leaned on his wife who walked in front of him. He not only used her for support but it was obvious that he was blind. The two of them worked as one---each needing the other to function in this fast-changing world.
That little example of true strength changed my whole personal perception(理解) of life that day. Suddenly I wasn’t so mad about having to work a few extra hours on Saturdays. I had my strength, and I was still relatively young.
That picture of those two elderly people walking with dignity and strength stayed with me the entire week. My life wasn’t so bad after all. I had my health and a good job. I had a wonderful, supportive wife. I started to think---not only was I lucky to have it all, but so was that wonderful old couple, who, despite the trials and sufferings of a long life, still had the love and support of each other to carry them through this world.
There are so many people out there just like that couple. My wife and I sometimes picture ourselves in our old age, walking arm-in-arm into the sunset. That image always gives us a warm feeling of comfort. Just remember, none of us would be here if it wasn’t for our elders. We should all have a little extra time and patience when it comes to helping our elder friends.
When the author was about to drive away, the couple __________________.
A. got in his way B. hit his car C. entered the store D. asked him for help
After he saw the couple, the author would _________________.
A. drive at a high speed B. seldom think of his wife
C. be impolite to the blind D. spend less time complaining
What did the author think of the couple?
A. They lived a happier life than he.
B. They didn’t live a life without hardships.
C. They were admirable for their lasting love.
D. They won respect by walking together.
From the passage, we learn _______________________.
A. the author hated working on Saturdays
B. the author was happy with his wife
C. old couples were advised to walk in the sunset
D. many people like that couple are blind