The Punishment

Three pairs of hands
forever playing
that invisible game.

They knew the risk
yet played anyway
and this is what it cost.

Set out for an example,
the morbid sight warns
all others who may be
tempted to do the same.

Never again will they feel
with their fingertips;
hold what they love
in their hands.

This is the punishment.
Be careful not to fall
to the same fate.

*Inspired by "Church" By Emily Williams