Mr. Lam Hoang Viet's family, spanning three generations, enjoys a warm and happy life. (Family photo provided)
Born in Ca Mau, at the age of 17, Mr. Viet was a village guerrilla fighter, serving as a liaison officer in the mangrove forest war zone. Later, he transferred to Military Hospital 121. In 1968, Mr. Viet was wounded while on duty. He received treatment, recovered, and returned to his unit until the country's liberation. After that, Mr. Viet worked in the medical field, studying medicine at university, specializing in general internal medicine.
In 1978, Mr. Viet married Ms. Thanh Thuy, a fellow villager from a family with a rich revolutionary tradition. Mr. Viet recounted that in the early years of their marriage, their family life was very difficult. Mr. Viet and his wife had no assets other than their professions as a doctor and tailor, and had to rely on relatives on both sides of the family.
In 1982, Mr. Viet's family moved to Hung Phu ward. Undeterred by difficulties, for over 20 years, Mr. Viet rode his motorbike daily to work at a clinic in Phung Hiep district, Hau Giang province (formerly). He diligently visited and examined patients, encouraging them to maintain a positive spirit for a speedy recovery; prioritizing assistance to the poor and those in difficult circumstances in remote suburban areas.
After retiring, Mr. Viet opened a multi-specialty clinic at his home to update and improve his knowledge and help those in difficult circumstances. For elderly patients from rural areas who come to him in need, Mr. Viet diligently examines them, provides free medicine, and advises on effective diet and treatment.
Mr. Viet recounted: “My wife and I worked hard, saving and accumulating money little by little to build a house and raise our two sons, ensuring they received a good education. My wife is capable, loving, and caring towards her husband and children, never shying away from hardship. Now, she continues to take care of our grandchildren who are growing up.” Being a skilled seamstress, especially adept at making traditional Vietnamese dresses (áo dài and áo bà ba), and possessing a cheerful and amiable personality, Mrs. Thuy has many customers. Busy teaching her apprentices, Mrs. Thuy still manages her household, raises her children, and helps her grandchildren from the countryside who come to study.
Mr. Viet shared that he is most moved and happy during reunions during holidays and festivals, when he gets to meet his former comrades, affectionately inquire about their lives and health, and reminisce about the glorious past; at the same time, they encourage each other to uphold the qualities of Uncle Ho's soldiers in peacetime, work diligently, contribute, and set a good example for their children and grandchildren.
From a young age, Mr. Viet's children have been independent in their studies and daily lives. After his children started their own families, Mr. Viet didn't interfere much in their private lives, only spending time with them, talking to them to understand and offer advice and guidance when necessary. Mr. Viet said: "We always listen to and understand the thoughts and feelings of our children and grandchildren in their daily conversations. When the family gathers, I tell them about the traditions of both my paternal and maternal families so that they understand and uphold them."
With a radiant gaze at his grandchildren playing, Mr. Viet expressed his joy in old age: a happy family, healthy children and grandchildren who can work and study, become useful citizens, and contribute their intellect to building a prosperous and strong nation. Mr. Viet's heartfelt wish is that his descendants will always be proud to continue and enhance the glorious traditions of his family.
Text and photos: MAI THY
Source: https://baocantho.com.vn/tam-nguyen-nguoi-thuong-binh-a189715.html
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