▌郭德诚 过去，我的早餐，一直都在牛肉汤馆。老板见我，相视一笑，溜着锅边，舀点肥汤，然后，再加一份 肉。一碗肥汤，两份肉，一盘金丝饼，吃完打个饱嗝儿，一上午都舒舒坦坦的。最近不行了，被管制 了。妻子说，我肚子上像扣着一口锅，再这么吃下去，连鞋带都系不了了。还给我定了个减肥食谱：一 块儿鸡肉，卤制的，丸子大小。下来就是生菜、番茄、紫甘蓝什么的，而且都是凉拌的。最让我心跳 的，是那块水煮红薯。 我一看到红薯，胃里就冒酸水儿。早些年，粮食定量供应，杂粮多是红薯。蒸红薯、煮红薯、烤红薯、 红薯馍、红薯面条儿……进口是甜的，入胃是酸的，吃得人只想吐。看到红薯，有点儿条件反射。妻子 说那就换成玉米棒吧。哎，还是老相识，只不过现在玉米的长相秀气多了。过去我吃的那种叫"大马 牙"，又大又黄，质地硬，产量高，吃到嘴里，粗粝拉嘴、拉嗓子。为了便于食用，当时生产一种机 器，用高温、高压的方式，把大马牙粉压制成面条。面条刚从机器里挤出来，冒着热气，金灿灿，硬撅 撅的，被称作"钢丝面"。它刚性十足，进肚后撑着肚皮不得劲儿，得隔一顿吃一回，不敢连着吃。如今 这玉米，确实糯得多了，妻子说这是糯玉米。 吃饭这事儿到今天，是越来越简单了，还是 ...

Core Insights - The article highlights the emotional connection and cultural significance of Henan province through personal stories and photographs submitted by its residents, showcasing the region's identity beyond geographical boundaries [1] Group 1: Cultural Identity - Food emerges as a dominant theme in the submissions, with traditional dishes like beef soup and spicy soup noodles representing the essence of home for many Henan natives [30][32] - The imagery of the land, particularly the golden wheat fields, symbolizes the deep-rooted connection that Henan people maintain with their homeland, regardless of where they go [2][11] Group 2: Personal Narratives - Many contributors express a sense of nostalgia and longing for their hometown, often reflecting on their experiences of returning home during holidays, particularly during the Spring Festival [7][15] - The stories reveal a blend of pride and melancholy, as individuals navigate their identities as both Henan locals and residents of other regions, often feeling a mix of emotions when they think of their home [22][24] Group 3: Community and Hospitality - The warmth and hospitality of the people in Henan are emphasized through anecdotes about interactions with locals, showcasing a culture of kindness and support [4][5] - The article illustrates how the sense of community and shared experiences contribute to a collective identity that resonates with both current residents and those who have moved away [17][39]

Group 1: Consumer Market Performance - During the "May Day" holiday, key monitored retail and catering enterprises in Henan achieved a total sales revenue of 18.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4.5% [2] - Sales of home appliances, automobiles, and communication equipment increased by 20.6%, 18.8%, and 5.5% respectively compared to the same period last year [2] - The average daily foot traffic in Zhengzhou's top 10 commercial districts reached nearly 800,000, a year-on-year increase of approximately 14%, with daily revenue growing by around 8% [3] Group 2: Tourism and Cultural Consumption - The tourism market in Henan saw a significant increase, with Meituan reporting a 30% year-on-year growth in travel orders during the "May Day" holiday [6] - The number of visitors to major scenic spots in Henan increased significantly compared to last year, with a notable rise in dining orders from non-local tourists, which surged by 189% [6] - The demand for personalized and diverse travel experiences among younger generations is growing, with 45% of travel orders coming from the post-95 generation [9] Group 3: Real Estate Market Dynamics - The "May Day" holiday is a critical marketing period for real estate developers, with many launching promotional activities to boost sales [11] - Various incentives such as discounts and giveaways of home appliances were offered to attract buyers, leading to increased consumer interest in purchasing homes [12][13] - The real estate market in Henan showed signs of stabilization, with a 5.2% increase in sales area for new and second-hand homes in the first quarter compared to the previous quarter [13]