I would say that the words which can best describe the tone of this poem are : cheerful and lighthearted. Henry Wadsworth set cheerful mood from the very beginning of the story to inspire its readers to live actively. The main word ''life'' he percieves as the most powerful feeling that brings happiness and freedom to a reader. Many critics also define this poem as a<span> "lesson of endurance". Hope I helped!</span>
Well if you're asking for the theme then here you go.... value family over material objects -children are as important as the adults -pride is not always good
