Growing up, I have been so lucky to have such a close-knit family, but being close to my mother has made me the strongest, happiest, brightest and luckiest daughter in the entire world. Having a mother-daughter relationship that has no boundaries and continues to benefit me as I grow has been such a blessing. We are able to talk about anything and everything, and she knows me better than anyone else. Her continuous sacrifices are constant reminders that we should always focus our time and energy on the ones we love. She has taught me lessons I would never be able to learn anywhere else. So, here is to all those girls who are lucky enough to say their mother is their best friend, and here is a list of just some of the wonderful perks that go along with it.
1. Constant support.
A mother's job is never over, especially when we begin to enter our adult lives. The continuous stress and tests that life hands us are reminders that life is not always easy, but a mother's advice and never ending willingness to listen to your problems can take away the pain of becoming an adult.
2. Fights are always temporary.
Yes, they may happen every now and then, but the fights between a mother and her daughter are temporary road blocks to an even closer friendship.
3. She knows what makes you happy.
And it's her main goal. Being a momma's girl means mani-pedis, boy talk, binge watching "Sex and the City" or just talking for hours. Whatever makes you happy, it is her priority.
4. She expresses how proud she is of you, always.
Living your life to make other people proud is always frowned upon, but when you're a momma's girl, your No. 1 objective is to make her the happiest person in the world, as her's is to make you the same.
5. Heartbreak is a hell of a lot easier.
One broken heart after another, a mom knows exactly how to handle the situation. She was your age once after all! A good cry with your mom and some words of encouragement that nothing lasts forever is the best part about your mom being your closest friend.
6. You aspire to be exactly like her.
When you grow up being close to your mom, she becomes the epitome of what you think a woman should be. She is smart, beautiful, loving and focused on making her family happy. You thrive to be like her because she is the most amazing person in your life.
7. She is, and always will be, your best friend.
Nothing can come between you and your mom when she is the center of your world. A phone call or night in with her become your fondest memories because you shared them with your favorite person. She is the most genuine person in your life and you couldn't image a life without her.
