I went 3000 miles away to college and lived in dormitories. I went to school year round so I could graduate early and follow my boyfriend. Then I realized I wasn't in love. What to do? I was 20 years old so I went home to my parents. Worked at the job I had in high school (desk clerk at a resort) for two months until I found "real " job. It was November 1. My mother said I could stay with them until the first of the year if I wanted to save money. I had already rented an apartment.

I lived alone for the next 20 years until I met the man who is my husband. I rented, I bought, I sold, I bought. Moved around alot.

My advice....learn to feed yourself... My mother did not teach me to cook. She made me whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted. To this day my ability to feed myself is extremely limited and highly dependent on carryout!