An elderly woman who has chosen a life of backpacking (徒步) has won millions of fans on the Internet. Ms. Qi, the 73-year-old woman, used to be a teacher. Years ago, she 1 to travel instead of taking care of her grandchildren at home.
A short online video has brought a 2 online discussion about the traditional (传统的) idea: 3 Chinese old people live with their children and spend the rest of their lives taking care of grandchildren? "Why do elderly Chinese people have to do housework? Do they have to look after theirchildren and grandchildren?" Ms. Qi says in the video. "We should have our own 4." She saysthat she has been 5 all her life, visiting countries in Europe, North America and Asia.
She started her latest trip to Quanzhou in China's southeast Fujian Province. She saves money by travelling with students and sharing journey 6. She says that meeting young people is one of the most important things about her travels. "I like talking 7 them and they have lots of fresh things to say," she says.
Her mother is still alive, and Ms. Qi says she calls the 92-year-old daily to let her know 8 she is, and often posts pictures on the Internet for her children and grandchildren. "I have a public account (账号)," she says, "And I've had it for about five months. I write everything: my memories, my feelings—a 9 for my children and grandchildren."
On the video website, people have watched the three-minute video about Ms. Qi more than 11 million times. Many people think she lives 10 and independently (独立). "Her age is not a problem." one says.
