Before we got married, my husband, Song Chengzhang, told me that his fraternal twins with his ex-wife would continue living with their biological mother. I just wanted a peaceful, uncomplicated life. But as winter set in, the two children showed up at our door, looking miserable and timid. They nervously asked whether they could stay for two days, and even wondered if eating a piece of meat would get them kicked out. Seeing how frightened they were, my heart softened, and I welcomed them into our home. This story reminds us that tolerance and kindness are essential in a blended family, and that a warm welcome can ease the anxieties in a child's heart.