The poem reflects on the themes of childhood nostalgia, the passage of time, and the contrast between youthful innocence and adult responsibilities. It begins with a person recalling the comfort and simplicity of childhood, represented by a parrot that taught them their first words while they lay in a forest, full of curiosity and wonder. However, as the poem progresses, it shifts to the present, where the speaker feels overwhelmed by the relentless passage of time and the burdens of adult life, making it difficult to enjoy simple, carefree pleasures. The imagery of the eternal Condor years shaking the heavens suggests a tempestuous and unyielding passage of time, leaving the speaker with little opportunity for leisure or artistic pursuits. The struggle between the yearning for the freedom of the past and the pressing demands of the present resonates throughout, highlighting a sense of loss and longing for moments when life was less complicated.