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- Defeated by Love by Rumi. The sky was lit. by the splendor of the moon. So powerful. I fell to the ground. Your love. has made me sure. I am ready to forsake. this worldly life.
- If I Thought by Dana Schwartz. If I thought for just one moment that this would be my last breath, I’d tell you I’ll love you forever, even beyond death.
- I Love You by Harry Boslem. I can’t talk to you without feeling honor. I can’t see you without feeling wonder. I can’t touch you without feeling pure. I can’t feel you without wanting more.
- Riding Mountains by Julie Hebert. My love for you rides mountains, So many ups and downs, emotions soar. But one thing never changes, My love for you, I cannot ignore.
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- “Sonnet 18” by William Shakespeare. Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate: Rough winds do shake the darling buds of May,
- “[i carry your heart with me(i carry it in]” by E.E. Cummings. i carry your heart with me(i carry it in. my heart)i am never without it(anywhere. i go you go,my dear;and whatever is done.
- “How Do I Love Thee? (Sonnet 43)” by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height.
- “Her Lips Are Copper Wire” by Jean Toomer. whisper of yellow globes. gleaming on lamp-posts that sway. like bootleg licker drinkers in the fog. and let your breath be moist against me.
These tips and ideas help you create heartfelt poems that will strengthen your relationship and make her feel truly valued and appreciated. Whether you're seeking the perfect lines to express the depth of your emotions, celebrate a cherished bond or make her feel truly special, best love poems for.
Feb 21, 2023 · Dedicating love poems to the girl of your dreams is undoubtedly a great way of capturing her heart. Women love and appreciate well-written, thoughtful pieces of love poetry. Such poems will surely make your lady, be it your girlfriend, fiancé, or even your wife, love and cherish you more.
- “Come, and Be My Baby” by Maya Angelou
- "Bird-Understander" by Craig Arnold
- "Habitation" by Margaret Atwood
- "Variations on The Word Love" by Margaret Atwood
- "The More Loving One" by W.H. Auden
- "To My Dear and Loving Husband" by Anne Bradstreet
- "Always For The First Time" by André Breton
- "Love and Friendship" by Emily Brontë
- "To Be in Love" by Gwendolyn Brooks
- "How Do I Love Thee? (Sonnet 43)" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Maya Angelou was one of America’s most acclaimed poets and storytellers, as well as a celebrated educator and civil rights activist. In ‘Come, And Be My Baby’, Angelou beautifully captures how overwhelming modern life can be and the comfort that love can provide during times of hardship — even if only for a moment.
The raw honesty of Craig Arnold’s poetry makes ‘Bird-Understander’ an easy pick for our list of the most beautiful love poems. In this piece, Arnold recounts a moment with his partner that makes his love grow even stronger. The language is simple yet evocative, putting a strong metaphor in the reader’s mind and facilitating a deeper understanding o...
Best known for her alarmingly realistic dystopian novelThe Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood demonstrates similar strengths in this poem: ‘Habitation’ is strikingly real. For context, Atwood here admits to the challenges of marriage and acknowledges the work needed to overcome them. It is this candor which makes the poem so beautiful.
One of the most fascinating things about love is that it can come in so many different forms — platonic, passionate, or even patronizing. Margaret Atwood unflinchingly lays out some of these in her poem ‘Variations on the Word Love’.
Whilst poems about heartbreak might not be as uplifting as those about the joys of love, they can be equally as beautiful and meaningful. The celestial extended metaphorof W.H. Auden’s ‘The More Loving One’ demonstrates this — though ultimately he would rather be ‘the more loving one’ himself, Auden perfectly encapsulates the pain of loss when love...
Anne Bradstreet’s Puritan belief that marriage is a gift from God comes across strongly in ‘To My Dear and Loving Husband.’ Reading it through a modern lens, it’s easy to start the poem feeling a little skeptical; however, Bradstreet’s genuine gratitude and dedication to her husband soon manifests to make it a deeply moving assertion of true love.
‘Always For The First Time’ is André Breton’s ode to a woman he has not met, but is willing to wait every day for. Breton was the French founder of the surrealist movement, which aimed to blur the lines between dreams and reality in art — explaining the rather whimsical nature of this beautiful love poem.
Love doesn’t have to be confined to romance — love between friends can be just as strong and beautiful. In ‘Love and Friendship’, Emily Brontë compares romantic love to a rose — stunning but short-lived — and friendship to a holly tree which can endure all seasons.
Next on our list of the most beautiful poems about love is ‘To Be in Love’ by Gwendolyn Brooks. Brooks was a poet, author, and teacher — and perhaps most notably, in 1950, was also the first African-American writer to receive a Pulitzer Prize. In this powerful poem, Brooks conveys the intense emotions which come with falling in love and how it can ...
Elizabeth Barrett Browning was a renowned Victorian poet who influenced the work of many later English-language poets, including Emily Dickinson. ‘How Do I Love Thee?’ is one of Browning’s most recognizable poems, and indeed one of the most famous love poems ever written — its ardent yet clear declaration of love has resonated with readers for over...
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Sep 12, 2024 · Love someone and don't know what to say? These unforgettable love poems are timeless and perfect for just about anyone in your life.
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Whether it’s the sparkle in her eyes or the melody of her laughter, these poems are a tribute to the cherished woman who brings light into your life. 25 Heartfelt Love Poems to Delight Her 1.
