33 Valentines Day Poems
Find heartfelt poems that share love, bring smiles, and brighten Valentine’s Day.
Updated December 15, 2025, by Catherine Pulsifer
Valentine’s Day is a special time to show love and appreciation to those who mean the most to us. It’s a day to celebrate the connections we cherish—whether it’s the love of a partner, the support of a family member, or the joy of a dear friend. On this page, you’ll find a collection of poems that beautifully express love in all its forms. Each one is thoughtfully crafted to bring a smile, share a heartfelt thought, or simply say, “You are special and loved.”
From short and sweet verses to funny and lighthearted rhymes, there’s something here for every kind of Valentine’s wish. Whether you’re looking to make someone laugh, share a romantic sentiment, or show appreciation to those closest to you, these poems will help you spread joy and love. Take a moment to browse the categories and find the perfect words to brighten someone’s day and make this Valentine’s celebration one to remember!
Short Valentines Day Poems
A Valentines Wish
A valentines wish just for you!
May love and happiness pursue!
A day of love and thank you's too!
Wishing you happiness in all you do!!
Kisses And Hugs
Kisses and hugs are sent your way!
To say have a Happy Valentines Day!
May sunshine and happiness be with you!
And may the day be a good one too!
My Heart Is Yours
If I could make one Valentine wish,
It would be for our love to always shine.
Each day, my love for you grows stronger,
A bond so true, lasting ever longer.
Happy Valentine’s to the one I hold dear,
My heart is yours, year after year.
Our Love
Valentine's day declares our love!
For family and friends, we thank God above!
A day to show how much you care!
A day to make others aware!
So here's a message just for you!
I appreciate all that you do.
With You In My Life
With you, in my life, things are so fine!
Every time I see you the sun does shine!
You bring happiness to others each day!
So today on Valentine's I just want to say!
I love you in every way!
To My One And Only
To my one and only on this Valentine's Day,
I wish to express my love in every way.
Your smile, your laugh, light up my world so wide,
With you by my side, I feel a natural high.
Happy Valentine's Day, My Dear!
May God Bless You
I often don't take the time to say!
How much you are love in so many ways!
You're always willing to help when I'm in a bind!
You are compassionate and so kind!
Have an amazing Valentine's Day!
May God bless you, I do pray.
More Short Valentine Poems - Short and sweet, these poems pack a lot of love into just a few lines. Perfect
for a heartfelt message to brighten someone’s Valentine’s Day,
they remind us that even the simplest words can leave a lasting impression.
Valentines Poems for Him
Because I Love You
by Sarah K. Bolton
I cannot bring you wealth," she said;
I cannot bring you fame or place
Among the noted of the race;
But I can love you.
When trials come to test you, sweet,
I can be sunlight to your feet;
My kiss your precious lips shall greet,
Because I love you.
If sickness comes, beside your bed
I will bend low with quiet tread,
And pray God's blessing on your head,
Because I love you.
Only myself, my all, I bring;
But count it, sweet, a precious thing
To give my life an offering,
Because I love you.
For You, My Valentine
You brighten my days in every way,
Your love brings sunshine, come what may.
With every moment, my heart does sing,
You are my joy, my everything.
Through ups and downs, you're always near,
Your love and laughter I hold so dear.
My Valentine, my heart is true,
Today and always, I love you.
Call You
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Shall I call you sweetheart?
My love comes from my heart.
Or shall I call you my dear
As you are always near.
Or perhaps
"baby" is what I call you
Because I will always love you so true.
But today I will call you my Valentine
And ask you to be mine!
To My Special Man
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
You make me feel special every day,
In all the little things you do and say.
Your kindness, your care, your gentle touch,
I’m blessed to have you—I love you so much.
You look out for me in your thoughtful way,
Bringing comfort and joy to brighten my day.
Through your actions, your love shines clear,
A constant reminder that you’re always near.
So today, my heart is filled with cheer,
To thank you for love I hold so dear.
My special man, my heart is true,
Forever and always, I’ll love you.
More Valentines Poems for Him - Celebrate the man who holds your heart with these touching poems. Whether he’s your soulmate, best friend, or partner in life, these verses express love and admiration just for him.
Valentine Poems For Her
You And Only You
Poet: J. Hebert, © 2012
Today is a very special day,
Not just for you but also for me.
Today I get to tell you,
How much I love thee.
I'll show you with gifts and flowers,
Maybe an evening out too.
I've never loved someone so special,
As how much I feel I love you.
You're kind, loving and wonderful,
These things that not everyone is.
But that's why I'll love you forever,
You'll always keep me in a quiz.
So today I want to say something,
To you and never another.
Happy Valentine's Day my darling,
There will never be any other.
You Are My Heart
Poet: Byron Hebert
Each day I wake and see your face,
My heart is full of love's embrace.
Your kindness shines, a guiding light,
Through every moment, day and night.
You lift me up when skies turn gray,
Your laughter brightens every day.
A partner true, my truest friend,
With you, my love, there is no end.
I admire your strength, your gentle care,
The way you’re always simply there.
On this Valentine’s, I want to say,
You are my heart in every way.
My Rock, My Love
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
You are my rock, my steady ground,
In your love, true peace is found.
Your strength and care, your guiding hand,
In life’s rough seas, you help me stand.
Each smile you give, each word you say,
Brightens my world in every way.
You are my partner, my truest friend,
A love so strong, it will never end.
On this Valentine’s Day, I hope you see,
How much you truly mean to me.
My heart is yours, today and forever,
With you, my love, I’m always better.
For A Valentine
Poet: M. E. B.
The blooming rose so fresh and fair
Sheds sweetest perfume on the air;
But 'tis not so sweet to me
As loving language breathed by thee.
The diamond is a gem so bright.
It sparkles with a dazzling light;
But all its worth I would not prize
Like loving glances from thine eyes.
We try by words to faintly tell
What feelings in our hearts do dwell.
But none can speak the joy of mine
In calling thee my "Valentine."
More Valentine Poems For Her - From romantic and tender verses to playful and lighthearted rhymes, you’ll find
inspiration to make her feel loved and appreciated this Valentine’s Day.
Valentine Poems For Friends
A True Friend
Poet: C. Pulsifer, © 2019
Many smiles and laughs we've shared,
Through every moment, you’ve always cared.
Good times together, memories so bright,
Your friendship fills my heart with light.
When challenges come, you’re always there,
Offering kindness beyond compare.
Your support has meant the world to me,
A truer friend there could never be.
So on this Valentine’s Day, I just want to say,
I’m grateful for you in every way.
You’re a blessing, a friend so true,
Happy Valentine’s Day to you!
The Type Of Friend
Poet: Byron Pulsifer
You’re the type of friend anyone would admire,
Your kindness and support never seem to tire.
I only hope I can always be,
The kind of friend you’ve been to me.
On this Valentine’s Day, I want you to know,
Your friendship has helped me grow.
I’m grateful for all the ways you care,
A bond like ours is truly rare.
In Friendship's Garden
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
In friendship's garden, blooms a love so true,
A bond that's cherished, forever anew.
On this Valentine's, a heartfelt cheer,
For a friend so dear, year after year.
With laughter shared and moments bright,
You make my world so warm and light.
Happy Valentine's Day, my cherished friend,
Hope you like this Valentine I send!
More Valentine Poems For Friends - Friendship deserves to be celebrated on Valentine’s Day, too! These poems honor the bonds we share with those who bring joy and laughter to our lives.
How Do I Love Thee Poems
Words from the heart are the truest expression of love. These timeless poems reflect the depth of affection and devotion, reminding us why love is life’s most precious gift.
A Valentine
Poet: Clinton Scollard
If only I might sing
Like birds in spring -
Robin, or thrush, or wren,
In grove or glen;
If only I might suit
To harp or lute.
To chime in tender time
Some touching rhyme,
Then I'd hope in vain
Thine ear to gain ;
But now - I halt - I quail -
Ah! must I fail?
So small my skill to plead
My earnest need,
Love - love is all the plea
I bring to thee.
Laden With Love
Poet: Unknown
I send you a book, dear, this season,
For everything else seemed so small,
I had such a volume of wishes
No letter could hold them at all.
I wish you, oh, what don't I wish you
Of everything lovely and sweet!
May sunshine be always around you
And pleasant the paths of your feet.
These little winged messengers, flitting
The leaves of my book through and through,
Are laden with love and remembrance
And greetings all tender and true;
Turn over my volume again, dear,
And read 'twixt the lines, for you may,
Whatever is brightest and fairest,
That same do I wish you to-day.
I Love You Dear
Poet Unknown
Because I love you, dear,-
Because my heart sings all day long,
A song of love, a new sweet song,
I find I love the whole world more.
Because I love you, dear, -
I love the little ones I pass,
And see, in each dear lad and lass
The flower of love like ours, dear heart.
Because I love you, dear, -
I'm tenderer than I have ever been,
The thought of you comes in between
Me and an impulse less than true.
Because I love you, dear, -
Ah! what in all the world is there
I cannot suffer, cannot dare?
Because you're all the world to me.
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Funny Valentine Poems
My Sweet Delight
Valentine, my sweet delight,
Let’s skip the mushy stuff tonight!
No teddy bears or heart-shaped things,
Just laughter and joy that friendship brings.
Chocolate’s great, but let’s agree,
Pizza sounds better to you and me!
So here’s my card, no frills in sight,
Happy Valentine’s, you’re outta sight!
Love’s Silly Side
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Oh Valentine, let’s laugh today,
No mushy talk, no sappy display!
Let’s joke about Cupid and his aim,
He missed last year—who’s to blame?
Forget the roses, forget the wine,
Let’s order pizza and call it fine.
No candlelit dinners, no violin string,
Just a Netflix binge and chicken wings.
I love you more than words can say,
But let’s keep it silly this Valentine’s Day.
For laughter, my dear, is love’s true art,
It keeps the joy alive in the heart.
You Make Me Smile
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Oh, Valentine, you make me smile,
With your goofy jokes and quirky style.
You’re the love of my life, that’s true,
Without you in my life I would be blue!
You laugh at my jokes, even when they flop,
And share the last bite at the candy shop.
So here’s to us, my funny Valentine,
Forever yours—and forever mine!
Be Mine
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Who started "Be Mine"? I’m not quite sure,
But I bet it began with love so pure.
A caveman with a heart-shaped stone,
Grunting, “Be mine” in a romantic tone.
Or maybe Cupid, with bow in hand,
Made the phrase popular across the land.
An arrow of love, a sweet little rhyme,
“Be mine forever” stood the test of time.
No matter who started, the message is clear,
It’s filled with love, laughter, and cheer.
So on this day, let me just say,
“Be mine” in the funniest way!
More Funny Valentine Poems -
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Family Valentine Poems
My Dearest Family
To my dearest family, on this Valentine's day,
I want to express my love in every way.
Your support and love mean the world to me,
In your company, I feel happy as can be.
So on this day of love, I just want to say,
Thank you for being my family each and every day.
A Valentine for My Family
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Families come in all shapes and sizes,
With daily routines and little surprises.
We may have our quirks, our ups and downs,
But with you all, I never wear frowns.
From silly jokes to stories we share,
To the love that shows we truly care.
You’re my team, my joy, my crew,
Happy Valentine’s Day, I love you!
My Forever Valentine
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Mom, you’ve been my Valentine each year,
With every hug, you’ve brought me cheer.
Through childhood days and teenage trials,
You’ve brightened my life with your warm smiles.
Your love, so steady, strong, and true,
A guiding light in all I do.
You taught me kindness, grace, and care,
With you, I’ve always felt love’s flare.
So on this day, I want to say,
Thank you, Mom, in every way.
You’re my first Valentine, my heart’s delight,
I love you now and every night.
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Christian Valentine Poems
Bound By Love
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
On this Valentine's Day, a message to convey,
To my family, Christian hearts never sway.
Bound by love so strong, through every season,
Christian faith anchors, with roots of reason.
In this sacred bond, love's grace is found,
A love that echoes harmoniously all around.
Through joy and sorrow, through highs and lows,
Christian love in the family, like a river, forever flows.
Love’s Eternal Gift
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
On Valentine’s Day, we pause to see,
The greatest love from Calvary's tree.
A love so pure, it never fades,
Through every trial, it lends us aid.
Christ’s sacrifice, a love divine,
Forever yours, forever mine.
His arms are open, His grace so wide,
In His love, we always abide.
So as we share this special day,
Let’s thank the Lord, bow and pray.
For every heartbeat, every start,
God’s love forever fills our heart.
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Poems About Valentines Day
Dive into the spirit of Valentine’s Day with poems that reflect the magic and meaning of the occasion. From Cupid’s arrows to heartfelt sentiments, these verses capture the day’s charm.
St. Valentine's Day
Poet: Eloise A. Skimings
Young Cupid awakes,
His arrows he takes,
And swiftly they fly from the bow,
And hard is the heart.
That withstands the dart
Of the rosiest rogue I know.
He quietly steals
One's heart for his meals.
And cares not how he is treated;
If he aims in vain
He tries it again.
Anil never was yet defeated.
So here's to the health
Of the god of wealth.
Held within Love's golden meshes;
Which will never rust
While Cupid we trust
With the human heart so precious.
February 14th
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Each year on the fourteenth of February,
We share love, appreciation, and merry.
For family, friends, and that special one,
A day to cherish, filled with fun.
But imagine if love spread far and wide,
A world of kindness, with hearts open wide.
What a place this world could be,
Full of joy, hope, and harmony.
A Time To Show
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Valentine’s Day, a time to show,
The love we feel, the joy we know.
It’s not just gifts or cards we share,
But moments that show how much we care.
It’s in the smile, the thoughtful deed,
The simple ways we meet love’s need.
A day to cherish, to pause and say,
"You’re in my heart every day."
Valentine’s Day is more than a day to start,
It’s the gift of love, straight from the heart.
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Conclusion
Valentine’s Day reminds us that love is not limited to one day or one expression. It lives in kind words, thoughtful moments, shared laughter, and simple acts of care. Whether you found a poem for a partner, a friend, family, or your faith, each verse on this page reflects the many beautiful ways love can be shared.
As you celebrate Valentine’s Day, may these poems encourage you to express appreciation more often and to notice the love that surrounds you every day. Love grows stronger when it is spoken, shared, and lived out. May your heart be full, your smiles be many, and your connections be strengthened today and always.
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