‘Die on the road, not in hospital’: Chinese man takes paralysed wife on epic road trip
A man from eastern China has spent a decade travelling with his partially paralysed wife, claiming that life on the road has made her “100 times” more spirited. Liu Peijin, 69, a former serviceman from Weifang in Shandong province, dedicated 18 years to the military, much of that time away from his wife, who was his primary school classmate, as reported by Hongxing News. As newlyweds, they…
A 69-year-old former military man from eastern China has been traveling with his partially paralyzed wife for a decade, claiming her spirit has improved "100 times" since they embarked on this life on the road. The couple, Liu Peijin and his wife, met as primary school classmates and dreamed of exploring China together during retirement.
In 2010, complications from diabetes led to his wife's paralysis, prompting Liu to prioritize their passion over medical care. In 2014, they set out in a car, visiting Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, with their daughter initially hesitant due to health concerns. Liu later switched to a campervan equipped with essential amenities.
Despite his wife's limited mobility, he manages all aspects of their journey, acting as driver, cook, doctor, nurse, and primary caregiver. Their travels have been made safer by the kindness of strangers, such as villagers in Fujian and staff at a scenic area in Hubei who assisted them. In 2017, a hair salon owner in Fujian provided free services to them, and Liu later visited her to express gratitude.
Over the years, they have explored 31 provincial-level regions, sometimes staying up to three months at a time. Liu meticulously plans each trip, weighing risks and preparing for emergencies. After completing their tour of China, the couple plans to continue their travels, aiming to discover lesser-known destinations. Their unwavering devotion has captured the attention of social media, with a recent video of Liu feeding his wife in Xinjiang going viral.
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