Buzz·Posted on May 9, 201424 Reasons Moms Are The Closest Thing We Have To Real-Life SuperheroesHer secret identity is finally revealed.by Sam StrykerBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. She always takes care of you when you are sick with her lightning-fast mom skills. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. Just like a superhero, she's the one person you can count on to pick you up when you were down. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 3. Her ability to embarrass you is uncannily alarming, but also kind of funny. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 4. And sometimes, she tries to be cool. It's not one of her superpowers, but you still love her anyway. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 5. But mostly, she's just a badass. Make that a super badass. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. Sometimes, the truth hurts. But moms are never afraid to dole out the pain. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. Think about how she always drives you around in her supermobile. Actually, it probably was just a minivan, but still. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. That's because she's always been your biggest cheerleader, and has been screaming for you with her sonic-powered voice since Day One. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 9. The strength of her warm hugs can only be described as superhuman. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 10. You may not always get your way, but that's because she always has your best interests at heart. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 11. Her superhuman patience may often be tested, but she will always love you unconditionally. Always. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 12. All those awesome family vacations? Mom didn’t just take you on them, she had to plan them in her secret lair, too. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Your own super hero costume (JK, your everyday outfits)? Yup, mom had to pass on her superb sense of style to you. 14. Your amazing looks? They didn't just happen by accident. Those also came from mom, too. 15. Like a superhero, she always has advice that you don't pay much attention to at the time but make so much sense later on. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 16. She also puts up with your bullshit, which is a superhuman feat in and of itself. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 17. She'll always answer your calls for help, or at least your phone calls when you need someone to listen to you. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 18. Think of all those amazing meals she's cooked through the years. Truly amazing — or super, is more like it. 19. She knows exactly what you like, and sometimes will even surprise you with treats. How much more super can you get? Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 20. Whether you want to admit it or not, mom is always right. She delivers truth and justice like it's her job. Well, it is. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 21. Friends and S.O.'s may come and go, but mom will always be there — for life. She's the hero you can always count on. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 22. She's the best listener there is. That may be her greatest superpower. 23. Really, she's always got your back — like a true hero should. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 24. And honestly, where do you think you got YOUR super powers from? Your mom, of course. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Sorry moms, the secret is out. We've discovered your secret identities. Happy Mother's Day! Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF