It was exactly three years ago today that I moved out of my house and claimed my independence.I received the call on July 3rd, 2006 that my apartment was ready for immediate occupancy.  I borrowed the security and first month’s rent from my mother and went to the rental office and signed the lease.  Then I went home to pack.Luckily, Jim had already left to spend the weekend with Nancy and her children.  I managed to line up family and a friend for the big move on July 4th!I didn’t take much.  JJ

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Happy Independence Day to Me!