There's Rarely Such Thing As An Accident

To err is human
so expect the unexpected,
but looking before you leap
avoids many a plight.

The sharpest wits excel
privately tending their intuition
while the ignorant seek bliss
and Fate favours the prepared.

Grandmaster insight
transcends chequered boards.
Every action has a consequence,
all things considered.

Patterns emerge.
History repeats itself.
Lessons are learnt
and are easily forgotten.