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11 Reasons Why I'm Thankful For My Mother

If your mom doubles as your best friend, you'll get what I'm saying...

Nicole Rose Grossman
Dec 06, 2016
Marist College
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11 Reasons Why I'm Thankful For My Mother
Not because she buys me nice things or drives me places...

There are no words to describe how lucky I am to have such an amazing mom. Around this time of the year, I always take some time to reflect upon how much she means to me.

1. I can tell her anything


She’s not going to freak out on me for doing something I shouldn’t technically be doing. I also make it a point to call her every single night.

2. She’s very involved in my life (and the community)

We were a dynamic duo back then -- when she ran the Father-Daughter dance, and now -- when we are the epitome of a football family cheering on my little brother from the bleachers.

3. She knows all of my friends

And all my friends literally LOVE her, and love coming over to my house for some food.

4. We can gossip about people

After a Saturday night out, I mirror my phone onto our Apple TV and we look at everyone’s embarrassing Snapchat stories and funny Instagram pictures.

5. She gives into my love for shopping


Even if it’s a quick run to Kohls and Target, or digging through the sales bins of Christmas Tree Shops, I only love doing it with her.

6. And my love for coffee

She never says no to stopping at Dunkin' on our way out.

7. She's real

She doesn't sugarcoat things. She's not blind to the things I do in my life. She's not one of those moms who doesn't know what's going on. She just gets it.

8. She’s my biggest critic

My mom is honest with me, and I couldn’t ask for anything more than that -- she tells me if my makeup looks bad or if my favorite shirt looks horrible on me. I may resent her in the moment, but I am forever thankful that because of her I’ll never look stupid in public.

9. She’s my literal BFF

To say my mom is my best friend would seriously be an understatement.

10. And my worst enemy

By that, I mean that we literally fight like old pals. Now that I’m away at school it’s slightly better, but when I’m home we are still down each other's throats. We fight about the stupidest things...

11. But that doesn't mean that I love her any less.

I seriously do forget how lucky I am. Please, never ever take your mommy for granted. She'll always be your mommy. She'll always be there for you. No matter what, she'll always be your best friend.

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