The poem begins by describing Lucy's "growing in the sun and shower." That is, she is like a flower, receiving nourishment from the light and water. Nature's personification declares that she will "take" the kid (Lucy) and turn her into a woman. This implies that Lucy was once an adult male. Next, the poet describes how Lucy's body will produce milk when she becomes a mother. This shows that Mother Nature has provided Lucy with all the tools she needs to survive. At last, the poet tells us that "young girls grow up fast now-a-days," which means that children are being born who aren't getting enough nutrition and health care. This leads to many problems for their brains and bodies. The more kids who don't get proper food and care, the more children will be left behind. This is why it is important for everyone in the world to have access to healthy foods and medical treatments. Overall, this poem explains that Mother Nature provides everything we need to live healthy lives. She has given us the physical strength to survive, and every year thousands of new babies are born who would otherwise not exist. This shows that Mother Nature cares about each and every one of us.