From Shakespeare's romantic sonnets to Elizabeth Barret Browning's "How Do I Love Thee?" the history of poetry is writ large with people expressing their undying love and affection for each other.
Although it's difficult to achieve the same sense of romance as the master poets, anyone can learn how to write a love poem -- as long as the words are true and the feelings heartfelt!
Valentine's Day can turn even the most unromantic person into a poet, but if you need a little assistance with finding the words to express your affection.... what better place to look than love poems.
The greatest poets have all turned their hand to trying to put words to those feelings that love inspires. Have a look at the romantic quotes and poetry that other lovers have written. Some are classic masterpieces by famous poets, while others are written by regular folks inspired by Cupid.
These romantic verses may give you a few ideas for your own love poems. If not you can always fall back on a poem that captures the love you feel to create your own Valentine for that extra-special someone ...
More about Valentine love poems around the Web:
Love Poems for Free - This has it all. A good selection and a
wide range. Romantic poems for teens and poems for more mature lovers, serious thoughts and light verse. There should be a few selections here that are exactly right for you, too.
valentine's day poems - Another big collection from The HolidaySpot.com, featuring famous love poems, romantic poetry, and visitor-submitted love poems.
Love Poems & Quotes - Romantic verse from classical and contemporary poets plus a nice collection of love quotes, famous love letters, and friendship poems.
Top 10 Romantic Love Poems - The best ever, according to this list, and we heartily agree! Quote from them or let them inspire you to write your own best love poem ever.