My mom is my best friend: no one knows me better, and no one understands me like she does. She's an inspiration to not just me, but everyone around her and I am very lucky to have her as my mom. Nothing beats her understanding or patience, which should be very thin considering how much of a mess my siblings and I are. I love you mom, and here's some of my favorite things about being best friends with my favorite person.

1. She always knows what mood you're in.

My mom can sense my attitude, whether good or bad, from a mile away.

2. She always knows how to fix said mood.

She knows all the food, stories, and compliments you need to feel 100% again.

3. You love going home.

You make countdowns until you get to see her again for sushi/shopping dates.

4. She's also the only person you really enjoy shopping with.

She's the only person who doesn't get annoyed over how indecisive and hangry you are.

5. She's totally and brutally honest.

Someone had to tell you your lipstick is all over your teeth.

6.) Her opinion is the most valuable.

Her advice is better than any friend's, and always has your best interest in mind.

7. She's your biggest cheerleader.

She supports you no matter what, even if you're embarrassingly bad.

8. She's proud of you no matter what.

You love coming to her with good news and seeing how happy she is for you.

9. You love when people say you look like her.

My mom's hot, what can I say?

10. You can act ridiculous around her.

And she doesn't judge you.

11. She encourages you to be the best version of yourself.

She taught you all there is to know to make you the person you are now.

12. You don't have to worry about turning into her because you already are her.

And there's no one you would rather be more like than a woman as strong and beautiful as her.