Melissa, Noodle will adjust. Remember how visual 'Chopper the Organic Helicopter was -- she was even one of the rare ferrets who can see blues. At first when she started having protein accumulating in her lenses she was very upset and confused, but then -- with love and support (of which you provide plenty already) -- she realized that she could still be the boss, even without her eyes, with limited hearing, and with her mobility reduced by age. It doesn't matter how big or fast or young any of the others are -- 'Choppie is STILL the "tough" one!!!!!!!! As long as they can smell they are happy, so be reassured, okay (?). [Posted in FML issue 2166]