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When You're The "Mom" Of The Friend Group

In my friend group, there's two moms, and I am one of them.

Jillian Baker
Aug 31, 2016
Alvernia University
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When You're The "Mom" Of The Friend Group
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I am currently living with 10 of my best friends. We are all college students and love to have our share of fun, however this semester I have to take a step back because I am also a student athlete and fall is my sport’s season. So this semester I’m the mom of the group. We’ve been at school for a little over a week and here are the six things that have happened to me in my new role as mom.

1. I am the automatic chauffeur.

Since I'm in season, I can't really do a lot of the normal college weekend activities, so I'm usually available to drive my friends around. It's not the funnest job but it's definitely important and I like knowing that my roommates trust me to drive their cars.

2. I make everything neat and tidy in the common areas.

Unfortunately, we do not have a dishwasher. Such a tragedy. I've always hated doing the dishes at home, but at school I don't really mind it. It actually kind of bothers me when there's dishes unwashed in our sink so I just do them when I see them, even if they're not mine. I'm always finding myself tidying up in our kitchen or living room or bathrooms. I always feel like my mother when I walk around cleaning up.

3. I take care of those who need it.

The answer is yes. 100 times yes.

4. I make sure nobody got lost along the way.

Because I am living with 10 other girls, it is nearly impossible for all of us to travel as a pack all of the time. So we will be separated on a regualr basis. However, at the end of the night I check to make sure everyone is safe and sound and not stranded somewhere or in some type of danger.

5. I love my roommates unconditionally.

Just as my mother loves me undoncidionally, I love my roommates unconditionally. No matter what they do, what drama they cause, they'll always have a special place in my heart.

6. I am always concerned with everyone’s well being and safety.

As a mom, you're always concerned with everyone's safety and well being. I have recently discovered this feeling and this is exactly how I feel when I know all of my roommates are at home in their beds after a night out.

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