A Tabby Named Garfield

Here's a kitty that knows his own mind.
For goodness sakes-don't call him fat!
Diets are not his thing you'll find.
He's a very single minded cat.

His very favorite sport is fishing.
Running a marathon he'd never do.
For a nice long nap is what he's wishing.
Annoying Odie might be fun too!

He admires himself more every day.
No self esteem issues trouble him.
Doesn't care what he might weigh.
He'll eat lasagna just on a whim.

His double chin has been pointed out.
Yet he chooses to ignore it all. 
If you push him too far he will shout
"I'm not too fat- I'm just under-tall "




written 5/18/2015
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Sietesantos Avatar
July 25, 2015 at 9:54 AM
I am still a Garfield fan and this piece is a hilarious tribute to the great fat cat! This is such a witty treat that I thoroughly enjoyed reading! Love the imagery and congratulations on your top cat win! It's a 7 from me. Warmest regards. Pandita
Pieters Avatar
June 8, 2015 at 6:27 AM
Hehehe "Ï'm not too fat - I'm just under-tall" Love it!
A  Avatar
June 6, 2015 at 11:03 PM
Deb, Congratulations on your Comic Book Characters win. Have a good one. SKAT
Allison Avatar
June 5, 2015 at 1:38 PM
Oh I love Garfield - such a cute write many congrats:-) Hugs Jan xx
Hamilton Avatar
June 5, 2015 at 7:19 AM
I love Garfield and this poem does him great justice Deb congrats on 1st place hugs 7
Dietrich Avatar
May 18, 2015 at 3:49 PM
such a cute one for the contest, Deb. gosh, I need to hurry and do one!!
Callus Avatar
May 18, 2015 at 11:17 AM
Hi Deb! You know Garfield well. He's cute and takes life easy! This would be a good entry for Shadow's contest. Very enjoyable. // paul
Roper Avatar
May 18, 2015 at 10:43 AM
Hahaha.... love your poem, it is just like him a 7 and good luck in the contest
Breidenthal Avatar
May 18, 2015 at 2:36 AM
Adorable verse about one of my favorite comic characters, good old Garfield. (: The rhymes flow great! Awesome job! Always, Laura
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