1. Let's face it, she gave you life.

And you are actually eternally indebted to her for that.

2. Your mom probably taught you a lot of essential life lessons.

Like how to talk to boys or how to rock that bad hair day.

3. She only has your best interest in mind, even if it didn't always seem like it.

Just because she's not letting you roam the town at midnight with a bunch of delinquents doesn't mean she hates you.

4. Her investigative skills are being investigated by the CIA, themselves.

If you happened to mention someone you had a crush on she would know his blood type within the hour.

5. She can be pretty funny sometimes.

Except when she's not. But you love her anyways.

6. She helps you find the best clothes.

She dressed you herself for years when you were little and you still had friends, so she can probably help you out from time-to-time when it comes to fashion.

7. Additionally, she took you on shopping sprees.

(Obviously, this isn't the only reason you love your mother)

8. She probably loves to reminisce on her life back in the '80s.

Because of her you know about some of the best and worst fashion styles and music from that time.

9. She has no qualms about putting you in your place.

Came home from your first year of college with a hideous piercing? Better believe you'll hear what some people might have been too afraid to say.

10. She gave you, by far, some of the best advice you'll ever hear.

And you carry her life advice around everywhere you go.

11. She's one of your best friends.

You can tell her almost anything and she'll still love you.

12. She talks to you about guys and a bunch of other girly things.

I distinctly remember my mother going through my yearbook when I was in 5th grade telling me, "This boy will be cute when he's older!" Thanks, mom.

13. Let's be honest, she puts up with you.

She's probably apologized for you too many times.

14. She'll binge-watch stupid shows with you.

My mom watched Gossip Girl with me, looked up who Gossip Girl was before the last season, then said, "Oh, that makes sense."

15. She's definitely one of your go-to gals.

No matter how big or small the matter, your mom will hear about it.

16. She understands your occasional need to eat gross amounts of junk food.

Sometimes the night just calls for a ton of Hot Cheetos and chocolate.

17. When you're emotionally unstable, sometimes you just need your mom.

I've definitely called my mom while shopping because I was overwhelmed.

18. Sometimes she embarrasses you.

Nothing has ever described my life more than The Middle (ABC) has.

22. She makes sure you know how awesome you truly are.

Even in your awkward middle school years when you thought you were the armpit of the sixth grade class.

23. She might even be your hero.

And she is.

Mom, you are my hero. Thank you for all that you have done for me. Your support and friendship has meant the world to me. Thank you for your strength and your heart. I love you.

Love, your daughter