The Memory of Holly

I've said this all before
And I'm sure, so have you
But you can't take one for granted
They just might disappear from view

I'm not trying to scare you
Please don't be afraid
I'm just telling you not to
Make mistakes I've made

Once I had a friend
When I was very young
We were peas in a pod
But that wasn't enough

'Cause one day she was gone
With parents who separate
I never said goodbye
Before she moved away

I remember it so well--
The first time I felt real loss
So don't take them for granted
'Cause you never know the cost