Justin,
I guess the first thing you have to do is provide the "Why?" element of the story. WHY is the reason you are writing this and WHY should most people be interested in it. It seems to me to be a "morality lesson" about not taking things for granted. A big thing about doing those kinds of songs is trying to find a different way to say something because what else can you say? The mom passes down a lesson, you are supposed to heed that lesson, and pass it on. I would just caution to not be too preachy in it. Might keep it on "things I've learned" sort of deal.
MAB
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