I agree about the patience part. My little Yum Yum was the same way when we first got her from the animal shelter. BUT NOW she wants ALL the ATTENTION!! She still tries to bite us a bit on our hands, but other than that she has calmed down.

Your little kitty reminds me of mine, except my Yum Yum has grey tips.

http://pepeirce.tripod.com/thekittycorner

or

http://community.webshots.com/user/ppeirce