hidden file in recycle bin

From: Gillian (anonymous_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 07/03/04 

Date: Sat, 3 Jul 2004 13:08:06 -0700

My recycle bin icon shows that there is something in
there, but when I open it, there is nothing there. I
have tried going to Folder Options and clicking "show
hidden files and folders", but this didn't work. What's
going on with this?!