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Take the love test Ask The Professionals A mini-marriage checkup he Ontario Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (OAMFT) asks "How is your love relationship doing?" Take the OAMFT mini marriage checkup, below, with your mate and check the health of your relationship. Review the following statements (adapted from the Gleam Powell Checklist) to see if you and your partner agree with them. 1. We are often playful together. We have fun, just the two of us. (Agree or Disagree) 2. I feel comfortable telling most of my feelings to my husband/wife/partner.(Agree or Disagree) 3. I feel understood when my husband/wife/partner listens to me. (Agree or Disagree) 4. How we manage money as couple is a strength in our relationship. (Agree or Disagree) 5. Sex is a strength in our relationship. (Agree or Disagree) 6. We understand and respect each other's basic values (Agree or Disagree) If you and your partner agreed with all these statements then celebrate your accomplishments! If you found yourself disagreeing with one or more of these statements then maybe it is time for a "marriage checkup". As part of their mandate to advance the welfare of couples and families, OAMFT and its members are offering this free Marriage Check Up service across Ontario the week of February 14. Through a one-hour interview with a highly trained marriage and family therapist, couples can learn about the strengths in their marriages, potential trouble spots, and resources to help strengthen their relationships. For more information about the Marriage Check Up or to register for the checkup in your area, contact OAMFT at 1-800-267-2638 or 416-364-2627. You can also visit the OAMFT website at www.oamft.on.ca. Registrations will be accepted starting the week of February 14th and OAMFT suggests that couples register early as spaces are limited!