I remember the first time it happened
I remember it well, like it was only last night
When first I dared to partake of another’s
Tantalizing repast, ‘twas a heartening sight
I saw the window opened slightly
The aroma of my favorite dish filling the air
‘Twas only a slight opening, but just enough
As I squeezed through, little room to spare
I crept silently through the darkness
Three AM it was, everyone fast asleep
My paws made not a sound to awaken
They’d never hear me softly creep
And then I heard it, the gurgling, bubbling
Sounds of the fish tank down the hall
I inched closer, ever near it then
As it danced and reflected on the wall
I took a quick look around, not a soul in sight
With one paw in the water, claws like a spear
I could tell this job would be a cinch
I’d get away with my prize and disappear
That was the beginning of my life of crime
And since then things have gotten better
As each house is different you see
Though in some I got much wetter
I think that I’ll retire now, just take it easy
Find some other fish to eat
Like the ones the lady of the house brings home
All wrapped up in butcher paper nice and neat
My days of crime are over, I’ve led quite a life
I’ve settled down to comfort and joys
Except for an occasional night on the town
Doing a burglary with one of the boys
Just another silly contest poem
Dee Garner
© July 25, 2008
Silver trophy winner
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