Contrary to popular belief, you will still get hurt even if you're with the right person. You will still compromise a lot of things. Your favorite activity won't be appreciated that much. Your niche opinion won't be heard. But when you imagine your future and you see her old, wrinkled face smiling back at you while you, a gray haired geezer, are holding her hands, you are going to do your best to persevere despite hardships.