A Series of Don't

Don't feed the tiger
by the wayside
you might taste better
than your offerings

Don't tempt the Lion
with a human steak
the next on the menu
may yet be able to squeak

Don't tempt death
by looking at the streets below
you might be pushed gently
by the wind, and go splats

Don't steal flowers on urns
empty at the graveside
it may soon be your turn
to eternally admire the blooms

Don't turn the other cheek
when someone slaps you
the next one may be a punch
that slays you outright

don't chase the ambulance
as it goes screaming into the night
the next one riding in it
could well be you.

Don't do a lot of don'ts
it spoils your complexion
and irritates undertakers
with the challenges.