Question

what do the poet's parting words to her mother signify?

Answer 1

Explanation:

The parting words of poet and her smile signify that the poet is hopeful to see her mother again and she is optimistic and showing that no need to be dissapointed...!

Answer 2

The poet's parting words kindle in them a hope that they would meet again .However the poet does feel that it is less likely to happen as her mother has grown old, pale and lack exuberance. She is being optimistic by using the word smile again and again.