They weren't kidding when they said mom was always right. They also weren't kidding when they said she had eyes in the back of her head. I always get mad at my mom for all the constant reminders that seem so irritating in the moment, but turns out she just might be on to something after all.
Here are 20 times mom was right.
1. Bring a jacket.
We know nighttime is always colder than the daytime, but for some reason this just doesn't sink in.
2. Lock the door.
This is just common sense.
3. Be kind because you never know what others are going through.
This applies to the times when you just want to rip someone a new one but instead you bite your tongue.
4. It doesn't matter what other people are doing.
You don't always have to follow the crowd, be your own person.
5. You should always wear sensible shoes.
If I'm ever between two pairs of shoes and ask my mom which pair I should wear, the first thing out of her mouth is always, "Well what pair will you be more comfortable in?"
6. Make sure you eat breakfast.
I've got one word to sum this up - hangry.
7. Put sunscreen on, even if you think it's lame.
Your skin will thank you 10 years from now.
8. A few great friends are all you really need.
Quality over quantity, always. And don't forget, your mom does qualify as a friend!
9. Consolidate your trips.
Plan out your day so it makes sense! If you need groceries today and you know you will probably need more shampoo next week, get it all at once. Not only are you saving your time, but you're saving your gas too!
10. Get a good night's sleep.
This has the power to remedy a number of problems, and believe it or not, you will always feel better in the morning.
11. Though it's hard to believe now, it's not the end of the word.
Remember when you failed that test, had your heart broken, or got a really bad haircut? Mom was right; time heals all!
12. Never text and drive.
It's not worth it. Whatever it is can wait. Buckle up while you're at it too!
13. Don't grow up too fast.
Seriously, the nostalgia is real.
14. Nothing good ever happens after midnight.
Now that you're able to stay out late and know that after midnight, everything is just one large sh*tshow, apologize to your mom for being mad at her all those nights in high school when she wouldn't let you stay out all night with your friends.
15. I just don't like her.
If your mom didn't like her back then, chances are you still aren't friends with her now. My mom liked most of my girl friends, but there were some she just didn't trust. She was right, they turned out to be terrible friends.
16. I hope the dress you picked is appropriate.
There are some pictures you just refrain from posting on Facebook because you know your mom will make a comment about your shorts being too short, or whatever the case may be. She does have a point.
17. He doesn't deserve you.
It's true, he didn't back then and he still doesn't now.
18. Keep track of your spending.
I still don't understand how to balance a checkbook, but just make a mental note of where you're spending what.
19. Try your best.
Your best is all anyone can ever ask from you.
20. When she tells you she loves you more than anything.
She especially wasn't kidding about this one. No one would ever take the time to remind you of all these things over and over if they didn't care about you a whole lot.
