When most people think about Mother’s Day, they picture flowers, cards, and maybe breakfast in bed. But for some of us teens, it means a lot more than just a one-day celebration. It’s a chance to pause and really think about everything our moms, and the strong women in our lives, do for us, even the things we don’t always notice. Being a teen isn’t always easy, especially as a young male of color trying to figure out life, identity, and expectations all at once. And truthfully, having a parent or guardian isn’t always easy either. There are disagreements, rules we don’t like, and moments when it feels like no adult truly understands us. But at the same time, they’re often the ones checking on us, supporting us, and pushing us to become better versions of ourselves, even when we don’t realize it or appreciate it in the moment.