It's not everyone who can put words of gold onto paper. But there are plenty of people who wish they could.



Romantics fall into that category, and every day, thousands of people search online for terms such as "free love letters," "Valentine poems" and the like. It's a good bet most aren't just looking for a love letter they can pretend was written to them. Plenty are after love letters they can use.

The idea isn't so unusual: we buy greeting cards and e-cards all the time that already express some sentiment. We just choose the one that best says what we're feeling. It's the same idea when people look for love letters they can either send to a loved one or that they can model their own words after.

A love letter is a wonderful thing to send to someone you care about any time of year, but obviously Valentine's Day (and ok... maybe Sweetest Day too) is an ideal time to have some words you can use. If you're not a natural with words, go ahead and do that search for "free love letters" or "Valentine poems," because there are plenty of sources online to get you started. Where they permit it, you can download free e-cards or copy the materials and use them as you like. Where they don't, you can at least get a feel for the kinds of things you like to see in a love letter; read enough love letters online and you'll have plenty of ideas for crafting your own romantic prose.

Keep in mind, too, that any sincere words of love that you share -- at Valentine's Day or any time of the year -- are likely to be well received. So truly, put your heart into it and make a day just a little more special for someone you really love.