My mother at sixty six

The poem describes the poet's mother who is now 66 years old and struggling with the constraints of old age. While the mother's body is weakening, the bond between her and her daughter remains strong. The poet feels pain seeing her mother's current state, while young trees outside are sprinting and children play happily, representing different stages of life. In the end, the mother gives her daughter a parting smile, reflecting the poet's caring character despite the conflicting realities of aging and youth.