Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
A 102-year-old man in central China has formed a sweet bond with an 85-year-old woman at a nursing home by charming her with his artistic talent, winning the admiration of many online.
Centenarian Jiang Weidi has lived at Enjoy Ages Nursing Home in Wuhan for over three years, according to Hubei Daily.
His room is filled with books, calligraphy, and paintings.
He also plays the hulusi, a traditional Chinese cucurbit flute, and taught himself to play the piano.
(Grandmother Zhang and Jiang Weidi are together at the nursing home, doing what they love most. Photo: 163.com)
Carers at the home say Jiang is lively, curious and has the spirit of a playful child.
In April last year, he starred in a short video made by the nursing home, playing a bugler in a tunnel warfare scene. The clip went viral on a major social media platform, racking up more than 16 million views.
During filming, Jiang showed clear thinking, steady movement and actively engaged with others. After hours of shooting, he showed no signs of fatigue.
Jiang told Jiupai News that his secret to staying healthy is keeping a positive mindset, not smoking or drinking alcohol, and following a routine.
(Zhang has a talent for craftwork and specialises in making silk mesh flowers. Photo: 163.com)
A schedule hanging in his room outlines 13 daily activities, including exercises, afternoon tea and music practice.
Earlier this year, Jiang met 85-year-old grandmother Zhang during daily activities at the home.
She has a talent for craftwork and specialises in making silk mesh flowers and other woven creations.
They bonded over their talents and eventually fell in love.
Jiang admired Zhang’s warmth and kindness, while she was touched by his gentle and youthful spirit.
Both families fully support their relationship.
Jiang said, “Meeting Zhang was fate. We look after each other and never feel lonely.”
Zhang’s son expressed his admiration for Jiang and said he was happy for them both: “The happiness of our elders is what matters most,” he said.
The pair often hold hands during nursing home activities. Zhang helps tidy up his clothes and Jiang adds inscriptions to her handmade pieces.
The couple sometimes breaks into impromptu Huangmei opera performances, bringing joy to those around them.
(Centenarian Jiang keeps his mind alert with, among other things, calligraphy. Photo: 163.com)
Carers said that Jiang’s mental state has improved since being with Zhang.
Their love story has gone viral on mainland social media, with their videos attracting more than 400,000 likes.
One online observer said: “Their time together may be limited, but their love is sincere and real.”
Ref: Chinese man, 102, known for musical talent, creates sweet bond with grandma in nursing home Photo Credit-163.com
