Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for February 21, 2015
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February 22, 2015
Transcript:
Zonker: Well, Michael, I've finally come to a decision. It took me most of the night, but I feel good about it. After four long years on the circuit, I've decided I've had enough. Tanning is a young man's sport, and it's time I stepped aside. I'm going to retire. Mike: Well, if that's what you want, Zonker. Zonker: Michael! Didn't you hear me? I said I'm retiring! From pro tanning! Mike: Oh... uh... what? Zonker, you can't! What about your fans? Zonker: Time heals, Mike. Besides, they'll always have their memories.
BE THIS GUY almost 10 years ago
In a few years, Zonker will be inducted into the Sun Tanning Hall of Fame.
Coyoty Premium Member almost 10 years ago
“Yes, I think your tanning career was very important!”
George Alexander almost 10 years ago
Fantasizing that he’s the Derek Jeter of his “sport,” which he isn’t. Great seeing how Michael is playing him along.
jploch5408 almost 10 years ago
As Bogart and Bergman had Paris.
EarlP2 almost 10 years ago
Realistic follow up in current strips would have Zonk being treated for skin cancer — his complexion and this history has him in the high risk population.
steverinoCT almost 10 years ago
Old Tanners never die, they just fade…
David Huie Green LoveJoyAndPeace almost 10 years ago
The world’s loss
Calvins Brother almost 10 years ago
Is Zonker drinking Mikes coffee?
dook almost 10 years ago
while he takes Mike’s cup.
ottod Premium Member almost 10 years ago
Mike seems to be studying. It just occurred to me that I have no idea what he majored (or minored) in. Anybody?
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member almost 10 years ago
Well played, Mike. Nice recovery, and nice sensitivity to a friend’s emotional neediness.
Hunter7 almost 10 years ago
Good save Mike. Zonker had his lines all ready to go…. he just needed the lead in…..