It's good if you can accept your life-you'll noticeYour face has become deranged trying to adjustTo it. Your face thought your life would lookLike your bedroom mirror when you were ten.That was a clear river touched by mountain wind.Even your parents can't believe how much you'vechanged.
The quote from Robert Bly's "Morning Poems" reflects on the journey of life and the difficulty of accepting its changes. It suggests that the struggle to adapt can manifest in one's appearance and demeanor, indicating a deep internal conflict with how life diverges from early expectations.
Bly evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times, represented by the clear reflections of youthful innocence. As people grow and evolve, even their own parents are taken aback by the transformations that take place, emphasizing the profound impact that life experiences can have on one's identity.