I'm Back, after long absence...

Alright, so I suppose it's time for an update.

I've been gone for quite some time now. I think most of you know that my husband left me in August last year, and I've been having to do a lot of couch hopping to try to get by. I finally got a job transfer, so I'm back In TN now. I'm working a few more hours and able to live a little better now. I at least have my own room and I am allowed to have pets!

So I have Prissy, Smudge, and a new addition, Gwynn. I also have a dog now! Her name is Simi and she's half Beagle, and half Border Collie, and all spoiled.

Cuddles is living with my mom and my special needs brother. Apparently, Cuddles loves Jamie, and it's rare that ANY animal tolerates him, much less shows him affection. But Cuddles climbs right up in his lap and purrs and begs for attention, so I had to let Jamie keep him. Now Jamie has a best friend, and they spend quite a bit of time together cuddling and sharing love.

Gwynn is a rescue from the Wal-mart parking lot where I used to work. She is a really sweet, sweet orange tabby kitty and she gets along with everyone. Only problem? Even though she was only about 8 weeks old when I rescued her, she hasn't taken to the litter box. Instead, she prefers to use the tub. I know others have had this problem before, so I was hoping for some insight on how to fix this?

Gwynn may also be going to Oklahoma as soon as she's fixed. She was never intended as a permanent, just a rescue to rehome. And I have family out in Oklahoma looking for a mouser. If I can only solve this bathroom issue...

So yes, new home, new job, new chance at life. I'm getting by and things are slowly improving. If anyone wants my new address, just let me know.

Hugs to all and I'm glad to be back.

Oh dear, I've tried most of these things already!

Tub doesn't hold water more than 15 minutes, even if I fill it halfway up. Darn it.

Attract litter she sniffs, and almost shrugs. Even with the boxes the others use, she sniffs and goes there sometimes but not consistently. Even tried to buy her a brand new litter box all her own and locked her in the bathroom with it. Still used the tub.

Five different types of boxes here as well. And we've changed their locations, too.

Locking her OUT of the bathroom -- well you guessed it. She chose the tile floor in the kitchen. SO I tried an empty litter box wondering if she just wanted a smooth surface to go on. No dice.

Haven't gotten her to a vet again yet since I took her in. But she's going next week to get fixed -- which reminds me!

Anyone think that this could be because she's not fixed? She's not even quite four months yet, but she's going into her first heat already! Maybe the hormones are bothering her?

Thank you as always for the wonderful suggestions.

And everyone in OK is OK. Lol. I've been in touch with all of them, and their biggest complaint is the smell of the shelters and the crazies they have to share it with during the storm warnings.

They're getting wellness and blue buffalo foods now so I don't think it's an allergy, or at least not one of the typical low-grade food related ones.

Hmmm. she's supposed to be going soon, but honestly, my last paycheck was only $97 because I moved and had to take off a week of work for that, so we can't afford the vet this week. I'm going to see if I can work something out with roommates or with a vet, but I doubt it.

Oh and good news!!!

As of 15 minutes ago I am no longer single! I have a boyfriend! And I am ecstatic! Nervous, uncertain, and cautious, but very very happy!