I got kittys when I was 10, she was a stray and about a yr or 2 old, we fed her and the next thing you know she was back on our step. We came to find otu she was a great cat, we didn't need a litter box because she went outside- she loved being inside or out.  She never hurt anyone and was always very cautious, guess thats why she made it to 16 yrs old.  She loved my room and at night I would find her on my bed but I always would let her stay.  Thanksgiving is comingup and will be hard because you can always find her in the kitchen waiting to get some turkey.  She was a loving and friendley cat - I love her and will miss her dearly!