We had every intention of crating Tia as well, but wouldn't you know? She sleeps on my pillow now!! Sandy sleeps under the covers by my feet and Tia sleeps by my head, it's very cozy at night!
Tia also licks me to let me know she needs to GO. When we leave the house we put her in a baby playpen. She just goes to sleep, I think. I'm going to try FastEddie's idea of setting up a camera the next time I go out!