Every friend group has the "mom." You know, the one who takes care of everyone and makes sure that no one gets murdered or kidnapped. If you're the mom, chances are you know it, but here are some signs to reaffirm that for you.
1. Everyone calls you to get your advice on boys.
And you try your very best to give advice without being judgmental or biased.
2. You are the one the boyfriends need to get approval from.
Chances are, they're not good enough for your friends, but you'll give them the benefit of the doubt.
3. You carry a huge purse filled with chapstick, bandaids, and hand sanitizer that you disperse at every meal.
If you're honest, you're not really sure what all you've got in there. I wouldn't blindly stick my hand in.
4. If your friends need a ride, you’re the first one they call.
And you drop whatever it was you were doing to go get them.
5. You wear cardigans on a regular basis.
They're comfortable, and they make you feel like someone is giving you a nice big hug. You're not sorry.
6. You sneak the food and drinks into the movies for your friends.
That big purse can come in handy sometimes.
7. If your friends are having a problem with a professor, they ask you what to do or say.
Email them and ask them. Okay fine, I'll write the email up for you.
8. You watch HGTV every day of your life, and you’re not ashamed.
Fixer Upper, all day, every day.
9. You give your advice, even when it’s not warranted or wanted.
You know you're helping in the long run, even if it's not what they want to hear.
10. You make sure your friends don’t go home with strange people.
I don't care if they seem nice, do not get in that car.
11. If one of them is sick, you’re the designated “hair holder”.
You hate throw up as much as the next person, but if you're not there for them, who will be?
12. When one of your friends makes a bad decision, they’re afraid to share it with you, lest you give them the “mom stare”.
No, no. I'm not judging you. Please continue.
13. When they have problems with another friend or boy, you offer to step in and take care of it for them.
It'll be dealt with.
14. You get along with older adults better than people your own age most of the time.
They're just so much nicer and easier to relate with. You can't help it!
15. You take naps on a regular basis.
Naps are good for you. It's proven.
16. You’re the one who has to speak at restaurants when you want more bread or are ready for the checks.
And let's be honest, your table always wants more bread.
17. You’re the one who drives everywhere because you have a mom car.
No one said you were a good driver, but you'll get there alive.
18. If your friends are feeling down on themselves, they can count on you to cheer them up.
So let's just all take a moment to thank the moms in our friend groups. The unsung heroes who take care of us, even when we don't realize it.
