Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for February 21, 2015
February 20, 2015
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 over 9 years ago
In a few years, Zonker will be inducted into the Sun Tanning Hall of Fame.
Coyoty Premium Member over 9 years ago
“Yes, I think your tanning career was very important!”
George Alexander over 9 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 over 9 years ago
As Bogart and Bergman had Paris.
EarlP2 over 9 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 over 9 years ago
Old Tanners never die, they just fade…
David Huie Green LoveJoyAndPeace over 9 years ago
The world’s loss
Calvins Brother over 9 years ago
Is Zonker drinking Mikes coffee?
dook over 9 years ago
while he takes Mike’s cup.
ottod Premium Member over 9 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 over 9 years ago
Well played, Mike. Nice recovery, and nice sensitivity to a friend’s emotional neediness.
Hunter7 over 9 years ago
Good save Mike. Zonker had his lines all ready to go…. he just needed the lead in…..