In Limbo

Lately I've felt more subdued by the realization that Love is not a sure thing.

I've been in several relationships in the past- each having their own weight in "love" yet the one I'm in right now feels somehow in limbo. I don't know if I believe in true soulmates but I do believe in love, trust and respect- all qualities which are a must in order to make any relationship work.

I think there also needs to be compromise and similar interests/goals, be it in career, finance, or life goals such as marriage and kids in order to make any relationship successful.

So my question to the Universe is:

In any given situation, do you continue to love that person when you different goals than them? Where do you draw the line or compromise? If you do, when do you give in?