They are the same in that they seem simple but if you examine them more closely you find a hidden meaning. In “Stopping by Woods on Snowy Evening” there is symbolism in the phrase “Between the woods and the frozen lake.” The woods are a symbol of life while the frozen lake means death. Another example of symbolism is death compared to sleep. The symbolism in “The Road not Taken” is when making a decision in life is compared to the crossroads that the speaker comes across. Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken" and "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" show readers similar life struggles. “The Road Not Taken” is about taking control of your life and living it regardless of how others live theirs. While “Stopping by Woods on Snowy Evening” shows the desire for rest. Sometimes people regret the possibilities offered by the path not chosen, sometimes people feel proud of the path they took