I'm sorry I don't know the whole story and I don't get around this whole network very well, I did see that apparently you've lost your cat, Maggie. Have you called every vet in the area and had them post your name, number, etc., on their wall? And any stores - delis, liquor stores, whatever and done the same? I lost a ferret once on L.I. and 6mos. later, a guy called from the vet saying that they've had him for months. There's always hope.