I think cats are just like people--they come with all different types of personalities.

Our Becky is somewhat like Lake. She's always swatting Abby or a human.

"What are you looking at?" POW
"Don't think about touching me!" POW
"Don't get near me!" POW

She's got a mean right hook.
Becky still loves attention and cuddling, but only on her own terms.

I think Lake is just the way she is, although she'll probably mellow in years to come.