We’ll pay the cost
by what we have lost
The feel of a definite shift
a change in the air; souls adrift
As if breath has been sucked from our chest
we’re left wondering; is this real or just a test
Everyone has a price to pay
some over time; others, all in one day
No one gets away
Heartspell 
Too many expect that life offers everything for free, ah…but as you note there is a price…well said.