Once upon a time we really loved each other But the romance slowly faded day by day You started going to bed in a long flannel gown and bathrobe To keep warm in bed you used to say Pecked me on my cheek than turn away After we broke in due time I got down and asked the Lord up above Not to run into you in the stores or on the streets Because somehow I might be tempted and old sweet memories Just might come rushing back in on me I wonder who are you holding now And are you still sleeping in flannel gown and bathrobe Does he know that you 'll kick the dog when nobody else is around Once upon a time is all I now have to remember you by Got to hold on to my strength But sometimes tears make it slip And I start to cry