KT's A.R.C
KT's A.R.C
Welcome to the A.R.C
Arachnids│Reptiles│Cats
Arachnids│Reptiles│Cats
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Cats
If arachnids signify facing fears and reptiles embody a sudden fiery passion, then our cats represent a completely different pillar: Constancy.
For three decades, my daily life has been blissfully dictated by feline companions. To me, a residence only becomes a sanctuary when there are tiny paw prints on every surface and a flickering tail greeting me in the hall.
They serve as the vital "C" in KT’s A.R.C.—the founding members who have carefully observed each new guest, from my initial spider to our most recent snake.
Today, the household remains under the expert supervision of two distinct souls:
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The Soul Mate
Tilly (The Spirit Cat): Born in 2017, this beautiful calico is my emotional anchor. She is extremely affectionate and always wants to be held, carried, and snuggled. I truly believe she is the reincarnation of my first cat, Smudge—my constant companion from when I was 4 years old until I was 25—returned to keep me company.
The Grounding: She is my absolute emotional anchor. She possesses an incredible intuition and always knows exactly when I am stressed or overwhelmed, magically appearing for a quiet, grounding cuddle exactly when I need her most.
The Demands: She knows what she wants and exactly how to get it. She will follow me around screaming to be picked up, yell at my mum when it's feeding time, and if I dare turn my back on her while she reaches for me from the kitchen counter, she will nip the back of my arm!
The Trouble: Despite being a fiercely pampered house cat, she is a notorious escape artist who is constantly plotting her way out the back door.
Apopse (The Chaos): If Tilly is the soul mate, Apopse is the shadow. She is a completely black cat who joined the family as a tiny kitten in 2019. She is mischievous, flighty, and can usually be found right around my feet, actively attempting to trip me up.
The "Apopalypse": She earned her nickname because she has almost no coordination or spatial awareness. She is famous for knocking items over and breaking things just by walking past them.
The Quirks: She is the walking definition of "curiosity killed the cat," having managed to explore everywhere from the loft to under the upstairs floorboards. She is also incredibly vocal, and frequently meows in her sleep.
The Affection: Unlike Tilly, she isn't fond of being picked up or petted unless it is strictly on her terms. However, she absolutely loves a snuggle if I am already settled in bed or sitting on the sofa.
While the reptiles and spiders live in their meticulously designed enclosures, the cats live everywhere. They are the supervisors of the cleaning routine, the harsh judges of all new arrivals, and the absolute best comfort at the end of a long day.
The Shadow
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While the arachnids and reptiles live in their meticulously monitored enclosures, the feline supervisors have claimed the entire house as their own personal free-roam habitat. Complete with custom wall-mounted cat shelves, prime window-watching spots, and a dedicated personal chef (me), their "enclosure" is designed for maximum luxury. They are the overseers of the daily cleaning routine, the harsh judges of all new arrivals, and the absolute best comfort at the end of a long day.