Which one do you like: a large family or a small family?

 

In ancient times the Chinese farmed for a living, always lived on the land inherited from their ancestors and never moved without important reasons. So they formed large families. But with the change of social structure and the increasing strength of individual independence, the number of small families is growing larger.

 

A large family may include three generations. Its benefit is that people can help each other in time of need. Unable to earn a living themselves, the grandparents in this family can be provided for by their sons or daughters. The third generation may be cared for by the grandparents. Thus the second generation can be absorded in work without casuing trouble at home. Howerver, many people living togerther is sure to produce some conflict. Everybody's business is nobody's business. in order works, there is almost no privacy.

 

The good and bad sides of a small family are just the opposite of a large family. A member of a small family can freely express his or her feeling to his wife for her husband and children. The people of a small family do not have to do what they not like under the mask of happiness. Of course, a young couple are busier than those of a large family in taking care of children. Asked whether i like a large family or a small family. I would answer. I like the latter. But i must emphasize one thing. It is important to keep frequent touch with your relatives if you live in a samll family. and especially to supports your parents when they are too old.