My mom and I have a mother-daughter relationship like no other. The same thing for my mom and little brother. When it comes to our mom, there is no easy way to explain our relationship.
In a nutshell, this woman loves her kids a whole lot. So much that she took on the label as a needy, clingy mom.
But don't jump to assumptions yet. Yes, this title comes with a negative subheading, but it's actually the opposite. These moms are not pushy tiger moms or overly-involved helicopter moms. Even though they always smother you with love and get all up in your business, they are like no other. In fact, they secretly take first place as the best mamas.
They call and FaceTime you multiple times a day, followed by a long text with emojis to call her back (and that she loves you).
Your Facebook notifications are blown up from her posting inspirational quotes and embarrassing middle school pictures on your wall. And if you dare not to comment, expect another phone call.
Like I said before, these moms can be a lot to handle. But with this comes so many components that make them the best moms in the entire world. You wouldn't trade this extra lady for anything.
She's the first one you want to tell about your day.
Whether it be an A on my nutrition exam or a pair of booties I snagged on clearance at Nordstrom, she is the first person I dial.
You can be talking about the smallest thing and she is all ears. Even if your day was uneventful and boring, your mom still wants to know every detail.
She wants the 411 about what's going on and that you're OK. Also, she can't believe her little girl is doing all these things on her own.
We may never understand why this makes her so happy, but it does.
You can always count on her when you're down.
When things get bumpy, we're begging for our moms to be right next to us. And trust me, she will not disappoint.
A fight with my boyfriend? Yep. Stressed and ugly crying about finals? Mhm. Roommate troubles? For sure.
She knows exactly what to say to cheer you up, no matter the dilemma.
Then there are days when we come down with a cold. In less than an hour, she'll be driving down the highway to bring chicken noodle and nurse you back to health.
Plus, when she is sick, I turn into the clingy one around her! You know that you do the same; admit it.
She is your biggest fan.
This kind of mom has an almost-perfect track record for coming to every ballet performance or rainy soccer game. Even if you're really, really bad.
She always reminds you that you are the most beautiful, smart, funny daughter in the world. And of course that no boy ever deserves you.
Your mom is always there to compliment and cheer you on. Even when there are moments you don't believe in yourself, she is guaranteed to be right behind you and that you got this in the bag.
You'll learn how to be an amazing mom one day.
I know I've vowed to myself numerous times that I would not be a clingy, needy mother. But as I'm getting older, I realize more each day that I'm headed right up that alley.
It's unavoidable and I'm 100 percent OK with that. Maybe a bit happy if we're being completely honest.
My mother gives me and my brother so much love and attention. Then I look at other people's relationship with their mom. It makes me so thankful to have a mom that loves me so much that she doesn't stop bugging me. Now that's true love, amiright?
How could I not do the same for my own kids? And recreate the same feeling of my mother and I's relationship with my own little rugrats.
She raised the bar so high and one day you'll be in her New Balance kicks. You got to see first-hand how to be a major part of your kids life, whether they like it or not.
She always has your best interest at heart.
There are always times when you two don't see eye to eye. Mom's giving you advice that you don't want to hear, but deep down you know it's spot on. Classic.
These moms can be in your business, but it's only because she cares so much about you. She would rather keel over than not help direct you into the best person you can be. In her eyes, into a better person than herself.
Keep in mind that as needy as your mom can be, she will always do what is best for you.
These amazing ladies are our best friends, role models, strict parents, and sometimes a pain in the butt. Not to mention they spoil us with loads of love and attention. And show us the true definition of unconditional love. It's impossible not to feel special! But no matter what is going on, we love them without end and without any argument.
We hate to admit it -- especially after a heated fight -- but we're just as crazy about them as they are about us. And if we're getting 100 percent real, we would be upset and super jealous if they weren't clinging onto us all the time. Also, our relationship would not be as close and strong if they weren't so constant in our lives.
Moms: can't live with 'em and can't live without 'em. Because there's no way an awesome, clingy mom would ever let that happen.
