Being known as the “grandma” of the friend group is nothing less than an honor. You get to live the simpler life, you find joy in the smallest of things, you’re always a little too happy, and everyone would be lost without you. If you haven’t already adopted the “grandma” name, here are 10 ways you know you are one:
1. You're the first one to go to bed
Forget 2 a.m. nights; you're in bed by 10:30. Your friends don't even try bothering you after that point.
2. You're always reminding them of what they need to do
"Did you set up the appointment?" "Did you pay your tuition? It's due next week." "You should find a day this week to do your dishes." "Did you turn in any job applications this week?"
3. You call everyone "honey"
"Heeey, honey! Grandma missed you!" Everyone's honey - everyone.
4. You call them instead of text
Texting is so old school. Who even has the time or effort for that?
5. You care for them when they're sick
*Runs to the grocery store at 10 at night because they need soup and cough drops*
6. You find joy in the simple things (and get crap for it)
You will never stop getting made fun of for your nightgown, tea, and love for Dr. Phil. Truth be told, they think it's adorable though.
7. You're the one who cares for all the drunks
It doesn't matter whether it's your best friend, a complete stranger, or if you're also drunk - you're who they come to.
8. You give them the stern talks
They know not to crack jokes around you about not getting an assignment done; they know they're going to get the talk or the look.
9. But also overly reward them when they do something good
They come to you when they actually accomplish something. They got an A on their exam? "Way to go, honey! Icecream on me!"
10. Your door is always open and ready for guests
Whether they're having a bad day, a good day, feeling down, are bored, or just need someone to talk to - they know they always have a spot in "Grandma's house."
11. You keep everybody on track
You encourage them to do their schoolwork, you remind them of the things they need to get done, and you don't give up on them. You're who they come to when they need motivation.
12. They couldn't live without you (and they know it)
Who could live without Grandma?
Being "Grandma" is the best dang thing you've ever done. Cheers to us!
...and now it's bedtime.