Life Moves on

The barren land had no building, no road, no tree, not even a shred of grass. It had nothing but brown soil and yellow sand. 

"Hmm, honey, this place's condition is much better than what we started with. The land is even, that will be conducive for irrigation, and ploughing. And look at how soft this soil is, it's perfect for agriculture."

"Indeed, it is not bad, but you have to take care of yourself. Remember how old you are and with just one arm left, can't you just take it easy this day?"

"Ha ha, how many years have we left, really? Furthermore, what else can we do? Since the government is sponsoring us, then I'll work until I can't anymore."