An interesting question, especially in light of this poem as it explores the universal motif of decision making. Remember, every one of us must make decisions. In this case there are two choices, metaphorically, the two roads. Interestingly enough, these two choices are nearly equal: "Then took the other,as just as fair." Even the walking on the paths seems equal, "Had worn them really about the same." Both roads look promising. Also interestingly enough, the poet doubts "...if I should ever come back" : Once a choice is made at a crossroad in life, it becomes impossible to return to that juncture and re-choose. However, the irony is the sigh, for, paradoxically, in making a choice (a decision), one must, necessarily give up one of the options, one of the roads. The sigh is the wondering, the big question, the What If. What if I had taken the other road or made that other decision? Yet, the poet is satisifed at the end with his road because "that has made all the difference." This is an amazing poem exploring choices that are difficult to make because the end results seem so close, yet, ultimately, our choices in the journey of life are responsible for our final destination!
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