*Illustration reference:
Photograph of Robert Frost
by Howard Sochurek
The LIFE Picture Collection
Two people, who live mostly parted
So conditioned to assume the worst
And thus had to be wary and guarded
Predisposed, doubtful and down-hearted
Second, ask question, protection is first
Against better judgment, felt each fair
Found their demeanour open and smiling
Clear their eyes, did not overly stare
Seemingly kind, disarmed by their care
Intrigued they were, their manner beguiling
They both that moment equally taken
And soon realized their suppositions
Too rash and quick, can be mistaken
Connections that they now are making
Instead of stubborn opposition
From this encounter I am urging
They who resisted and overcame
Two people instead of roads diverging
At last, animus and temper purging
Through chance encounter, fast friends became