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9 Signs You're The 'Grandma' Of The Friend Group

"I think I'm going to stay in tonight."

Sara Ann Schaffer
Jul 09, 2017
The University of Alabama
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9 Signs You're The 'Grandma' Of The Friend Group
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1. You love puzzles

Although everyone loves a good jigsaw puzzle now and then, you seem to enjoy them more than the average 20-something would. Puzzles are a great stress-reliever and keep your brain really healthy!

2. You enjoy going grocery shopping

Milk, bread and eggs, oh my! While most 20-somethings spend their Friday nights partying, you spend almost all of yours at the grocery store. I'm sure you might even bring some (a ton of) coupons!


3. You have a 10 p.m. bedtime on weekends

If it's a weeknight, you'll probably be asleep by 9 p.m. No matter what all your friends say, sleep is definitely not just for the dead! Everyone needs their beauty sleep, but some of us enjoy getting it more than others.

4. You take every opportunity to nap

Speaking of sleeping, naps are your favorite daytime activity. What could be better than extra sleep? Plus, naps are proven to be beneficial to productivity, if timed correctly!

5. You always take care of your friends

"Text me when you get home" is a phrase that all of your friends hear on repeat. The only thing they might hear more from you is, "Do you think I should bring cookies?" In any case, you will always be the first person people turn to for help (and cookies)!

6. You're everyone's #1 fan

You'll always be sure to attend all of your friends important events, especially since you're probably in charge of some part of the event anyway. But even if you aren't in charge of anything, you'll always be in the front row cheering your friends on anyway!

7. You love animals

Cats, dogs, birds, bunnies, you love them all! The absolute worst is when you find out that you're allergic to one of those precious creatures. If someone gave you an animal for free, you would lose your minds!

8. You actually like to clean

You're not necessarily a germaphobe, cleaning is just an generally enjoyable activity for you. If you get your hands on a vacuum, you'll be the happiest girl in the world. This aspect of your personality is beneficial to everyone, so you always have to be careful that nobody takes advantage of it.

9. You spend way too much time reading

Books are a literal lifeline for you. You couldn't imagine a life without the local library, since you basically live there anyway. Reading keeps your brain healthy and increases your knowledge. It's a win-win!

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