"After discussing, they decided to go to Bai Xiaoming's house where Sister-in-law Song and Jiang Hong could help Lin Chuxia out.
Lin Chuxia had no objections, and set a time with Sister-in-law Song and Jiang Hong to head out early in the morning to buy groceries.
Their place was desolate, with the nearest village more than 10 miles away, so they had to go to the city to shop.
All three had bicycles, so they simply rode their bikes out.
They chatted and laughed along the way, and although the road was rough, it wasn't lonely.
Upon reaching the city, they headed straight for the supply and marketing cooperative.
Meat was a must; these days, people were short on oils and fats, and both men and women loved eating meat, so Lin Chuxia bought plenty of pork and mutton, and even added a fish when she saw one.
As for vegetables, they bought whatever was in season and also picked up some pears and apples.
Then came various canned goods.
