Password required when placing file in Trash?

Hello everyone!
Since upgrading to Maverick, I am required to enter my password each time I want to place a file in the trash. Also, it automatically empties the trash, rather than just placing it in there for me to empty the trash manually. How can I fix this?
I'm really NOT a computer geek, so please bear with me and keep it simple!
Thanks!

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