The Arrival of Kirby II

my new ten cent fish cost a pretty penny;
a new filter and pump, a self-start gravel-vac
and eight fluid ounces of Stress-Coat water
conditioner, all to keep his majesty happy.
His handsome black stripe on his forehead
required a bit of home décor improvements;
a brand new orange wallpaper with a floral design
was installed on the back wall.
after surveying the new digs, taking a
few bites out of Isabelle’s tail, he decided
his new accommodations beat the old ones,
having shared the aquarium with several dead
compatriots swirling among the living.
i, of course, am now wasting entirely too much
time watching Kirby II and Isabelle.
i must get back to more important tasks
such as baking bread for the neighbors
who always cancel their invitations.