iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Yep, that's me. You're probably wondering how I got here. Long story short, my ancestor took a ride on a shipment of nursery plants to a greenhouse in the eastern U.S. about a century ago. And bim bam bop, here I am!

A long green non-native praying mantis climbs a metal deck chair and looks into the camera

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The kittens (they are 6 y.o. but are forever kittens in my heart) screamed bloody murder on the way to the vet, but they did so well there and got clean bills of health. I didn't snap any pics, but here they are relaxing at home:

Two gorgeous cats lay next to each other on a gray couch. One is a black kitty with green eyes, and the other is a dilute tortie with green eyes.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Lady did so well at the vet today! She got her vaccines and had a forehead cyst drained, all without complaint. And the veterinarian and techs fawned over her beauty and told her she looks amazing for her advanced age. Take 2 tomorrow with our other kitties!

Majestic long-haired black/brown cat with a white chest patch perches on a cat shelf, head turned to look through of an out-of-frame window

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

She looks like she's wearing eyeliner

An adorable dilute tortie kitty cat lays on the couch looking up. Her round green eyes are framed by what looks like cat-eye eyeliner.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

So, we started feeding a neighborhood stray, and he seems like he wants to become one of the gang.

A sleek black cat lays on a wooden railing, outside, with a redbud tree in the background

Shot facing a tiled hallway with an open front door, two cats walk toward the photo-taker. In the background, on the other side of a storm door, a black cat peers inside.

A black cat sits on a front stoop, looking inside a home through a glass-and-wrought iron storm door.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Is anyone else's cat devoted to tunneling under bed blankets? Since Kiki discovered this past time, she asks to spelunk every night. And yes, that is her in my profile pic.

The curious face of a black cat with green eyes peers out from a white muslin blanket, one ear hidden under the folds.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Bb legit laid in this position and purred the entire time I cut her nails. Browzee supervised. #sisters #cats #kitty #manipedi

In the foreground: Atop a grey couch, a shaggy brown-black long-haired cat lays on her side, looking relaxed. Small nail clippings are splayed around her.
In the background: a dilute tortoiseshell cat sits behind the black cat, looking on.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

King of Dogs! Seen here in the PA Wilds. It's been a year, and I still miss him every day.

A tall greyhound with a brindle cow pattern, wearing a green plaid martingale collar, stands triumphantly in the woods atop mossy rock.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

One week ago, today, a black bear prowled around our little hamlet on the edge of Allegheny Cemetery in #Pittsburgh. We watched with awe as he raided our bird feeders. He was otherwise very polite and didn't knock over or destroy anything else, and was soon on his way. No sign of him since.

Black bear stands over a suet feeder on a wood deck surrounded by trees.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

This is Kiki. She's so, so special. She had been a feral stray, and for years after we took her in, if you looked directly at her, she'd run and hide for the rest of the day. Nowadays, she is present for every bathroom visit and loves to make eye contact while you pee.

Long-haired black cat stretches out on a foot towel on a tiled bathroom floor, front legs pushing against the bathtub

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Looking at cat pictures to self soothe after so many of my garden's plants gave up the ghost during last night's frost.

Small tortie cat sits on a stairs landing next in front of a framed embroidered landscape

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Mid-week balancing act. Imagine her rolling this down the street cartoon-style to the sushi joint 🛞 #cats #catsofbluesky #kitty #gatos

Tortie kitty stands atop a rattan stool as it leans against a wall

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Does everyone with a Tortoiseshell cat feel this way? Like she's not just a pet but more like your actual daughter slash soul mate slash yourself in cat form? From r/torties on Reddit:

Comments fawning praise upon their tortie kitties including: "I don't want kids but I feel she is some form of soul daughter."

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

When the sun hits her just right, her coat forms a golden halo around her body. A physical manifestation of her spirit.

A darling little tortoiseshell cat basks in the sun while seated on a wood bench.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Really missing this guy today. And reflecting on our early days together. His first day at home, he stood by the fireplace mantel, just as tall as it, eyeing us with suspicion. I couldn't get over how giant he was (by far the biggest of his adoption group). I'd mused that we adopted a horse.

A brindle greyhound dog lounges in his bed under his chew toy, a stuffed cow

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

My pocket-size psychic-type Pokemon: Browzee

A gray-with-orange-brows tortoiseshell cat curls up on a couch and looks back toward the camera.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Long week? It's ok to take some time to rest up. Try surrounding yourself with familiar, grounding & tactile objects, and be still.

A long-haired black cat with green eyes is curled up on a tan wool rug between two catnip toys: a banana in front of her and a pickle behind her.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

"Excuse me, don't talk to my wife."

Two cats snuggle up on a couch. The black cat in the foreground has placed a leg over the tortoiseshell cat, while eyeing the cameraman with suspicion.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Quick timeline cleanse of my cats holding hands (paws?). In case you needed a brief respite from scrolling through the day's horrors.

Two cats lay facing one another on a couch, touching paws and looking adorable.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Don't look behind you, but the weekend's almost here. Sit and pet a cat this weekend. It does wonders for the soul, especially in times like these.

Two cats sit on a couch: a tortoiseshell in the foreground, and a fluffy black cat in the background

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

Alas! Find good news where you can. At least it's a beautiful Caturday today!

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Screaming/Crying about her new favorite object (box)

Dilute tortoiseshell cat, curled up in a box, meows at the photographer

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

They're all relaxed & smiles now, but come dinnertime, they'll be raising hell about perceived ancestral grudges against each other. #hangry #cats #catlife

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Kiki and her Amazing Technicolor Dreamcape. (She's working through some anxiety after losing her greyhound brother & has been over grooming.)

A fluffy black cat wears a multicolor cape. Her ankles have no fur, reminiscent of a poodle cut.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

With all going on in the world, it can feel inane posting cat pics. But then I remind myself that these incredible creatures are what keep me grounded, present & sane. And seeing others' photos always brightens my day. Anyway, here sits my heart, relaxing under a redbud tree. Happy weekend ✌️

A dilute tortie kitty in a harness sits on a deck railing under tree leaves.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

She always flops onto the floor just out of reach, then looks at us like, "aren't you going to come over here and pet me?"

A fluffy cat lies splayed on a wool rug and looks up.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

We said farewell to this special boy over the weekend. Without him, the house feels quiet and empty and eerily still. Thanks, Eddie, for sticking with us as long as you did. There will never be another like you.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

He's 14 and still as boyish, gentle, and treat-obsessed as the day we adopted him.

An old Greyhound rests his head on the carpet.

A spotted Greyhound lies in his bed and sticks his tongue out.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

That thousand-mile stare when you've spelunked through the basement & you've seen some things

Startled-looking cat wears a toupé of cobwebs

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Plot twist: these are two separate cats snuggling up to two unique yellow daisy pillows on two different chairs.

A fluffy black cat snuggles up to a yellow crocheted pillow on top of a gray chair

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Check out the balls on this guy!

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Typical progression of cat photoshoots: Cat 1, sitting regal in a chair: yes, immortalize me, for I am magnificent! Cat 2, getting up from her bed: you shall never steal my soul with your wretched device! Dog, out of nowhere: hey guys, what's up lolol

Two cats relax in a living room: one perched on a chair armrest; the other lays in her cat bed

Two cats in a living room: one stays perched on a chair; the other stretches after getting up from her bed

Pets in a living room: one cat is perched on a chair, another cat walks toward the camera, and a greyhound enters the frame from the left.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Cameo of our old man. He is 13 going on 14!

Long boi greyhound snuggles into his bed under a blanket.

The old long boi wakes up and winks at the camera.

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BoB Atlantic @bobatlantic.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

1. Acceptable distance for taking cat pics. 2. Too close, back it tf up!

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