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The old lady was wearing plain and old clothes. She told them that she collected empty bottled outside every day. They didn't know if she had other sources of income, but as she told her story, she seemed so peaceful, smiley, and cheerful. She didn't feel ashamed of collecting bottles, nor did she feel inferior to anyone.

Ever since Chu Manhua was diagnosed with type I diabetes, quit her job, and broke up with her boyfriend, she felt as if her world had collapsed. Her life was dark and grey and without any hope; she had even given up on herself because of it. Yet, as she compared her life with the old lady who collected empty bottles each day under the scorching sun and freezing wind, she realized how fortunate she actually was.