Like Water for Chocolate

Like I love chocolate, so does my cat Tiger Lily love water.  It is a dichotomy I have yet to understand.  She winces when the spray bottle is aimed at her but paws at the bathtub water tap.  I believe she is a descendant of the Main Coon breed, which have a fascination with water.  The breed is also known as the Gentle Giant, which is also true of Tiger Lily who enjoys snuggling on my lap as I try out my latest chocolate discovery.