Debbie - it is what i need to hear - that everything is going to turn out ok. Meka needs us too - nobody wants her and that is why she is mine. She is not a young kitten and she was held a long time at the shelter which is not normal. I just want to hear that she will learn. Everytime she getts better - and I think it will work - she changes. She actually wants in the garage. We did let her out there twice to check it out - she is very curious for a 3 year old. I dont' want her darting out though because when we come home the garage door is open and she can get out. I just want to understand why she would do something over and over and over in one day that she knows we don't like. Is that normal??? The house is very cat proof now. She had done so well but last night we not only took the fish bowl out but anything else breakable. I just need someone to give encouragement. There isn't anyone else that will want her around. So it has to work for her sake. I keep getting and making different toys per your suggestions - she has a bunch. She really likes the pipe cleaners someone suggested. Thank you for any and all encouragement!! Debbie