Within every friend group, there is always that one person that tries to stay on top of everyone else's game plan. The "mom" is always in your corner whether you royally messed up or if you just need someone to go over your notes for your quiz the next day.

Being the mom isn't always bad. It builds stronger relationships between you and your friends. There is always a secure feeling instilled within your friend, and they always know that they have someone to confide in at any time. Being that person in your friend group gives you a purpose. You love these people so much that you just want to ensure their well-being remains intact because if something would ever happen to them, you'd be just as hurt. Being the mom means you make sure your friends get home safe and always keep tabs on them at all times. Making sure they stay hydrated when the only thing on their mind is their alcohol consumption, being their shoulder to cry on, giving simple advice, or just making sure everything in their life is in order can be difficult at times (the last thing you want to do is let them down), but it's all worth it.

I would never change my position in their lives because it gives me meaning. You're their home away from home and the parent that allows them to grow, but in the end you're there to back them up. You don't judge and you create a safe environment to let your friends be themselves. You're their security and their comfort, and it's the mom of the friend group that holds it all together.