This poem explores the nostalgia of first love, highlighting cherished memories shared in a secret hideaway beneath an oak tree, where promises of eternal love were made. The narrator reflects on the bittersweet experience of separation caused by circumstances beyond their control. Although time has passed and their first love has moved on, the narrator continues to hold those early memories dear, underscoring that the essence of true love endures. Despite the changes in each other’s lives, including marriage, the narrator conveys a poignant sentiment that their love remains a steadfast promise, cherished in their heart.
