5 Humorous Love Poems to Brighten Your Day

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Tariq Bennett
This collection of five light-hearted and humorous love poems explores romance in a variety of everyday scenarios. The first poem, "Love in the Checkout Line," depicts a whimsical encounter between two people in a grocery store. "Socks and Romance" humorously equates the act of pairing socks with the meticulous care of a loving relationship. "The Gamer's Love Sonnet" portrays a couple's affection for each other through their shared passion for video games. In "Culinary Love," the kitchen becomes a place of playful and loving interaction between two people cooking together. Finally, "Ballad of the Dog-Walking Lovers" captures the blossoming romance between two dog owners whose paths cross during their daily walks. Each poem follows an ABCB rhyming scheme and offers a charming take on finding love in the quirks of daily life.
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Table of contents
Love in the Checkout Line
Socks and Romance
The Gamer's Love Sonnet
Culinary Love
Ballad of the Dog-Walking Lovers

Love in the Checkout Line

I saw you there with broccoli and chard,

Heart racing in the grocery mart.

You glanced and smiled, my heart went wild,

In aisle five, love's shopping cart.

Your laugh rang out by the dairy fridge,

As you reached for milk, I felt the bridge.

A connection formed, pleasantly warm,

There by the cheese, love's smidge.

Butterflies flew near the checkout queue,

Our groceries mixed, a lovely stew.

I bagged your fruit, it was quite cute,

Under florescent lights, love grew.

With each beep scan of a canned bean brand,

I pictured us on some beach's strand.

You caught the vision, a decision,

Post-checkout, we'd walk hand in hand.

But dreams aside, reality's tide,

Brought me back to the cashier's guide.

You winked goodbye, no reasons why,

In lane two, love's sweet ride.

Socks and Romance

My sock drawer's a mess, couldn't care less,

But then you came along with finesse.

You paired them up, such a sweet pup,

In every fold, your love's caress.

No sock left behind, perfectly aligned,

Your meticulous ways, in them I pined.

From argyle to cotton, none forgotten,

Your tender touch so very kind.

It may seem small, this act of gall,

But in each stitch, I hear love's call.

Socks snug and tight, through day and night,

In woven threads, you gave your all.

So here's to you, my love so true,

Who finds joy in what others eschew.

For in our drawer, there is much more,

A life of love, knit just for two.

As socks come in pairs, so does our cares,

Tackled together, we climb love's stairs.

No sock alone or heart of stone,

With you, every garment shares.

The Gamer's Love Sonnet

By the flicker of the screen late at night,

Your thumbs dance across the buttons with delight.

I watch in awe, you never flaw,

In the console glow, you're my knight.

Our love's a quest, a constant test,

With each level up, we feel blessed.

Defeating foes, in digital throes,

In pixel battles, we are dressed.

Two player mode, we share the load,

Through every win, our love bestowed.

Side by side, on virtual's ride,

Where bonded hearts have always flowed.

You whispered low over the game's crescendo,

"I love you more than the perfect combo."

Our avatars kiss, a digital bliss,

In love's game, we're the winning duo.

So let us pause this electric spree,

And save the game for eternity.

For when I'm with you, every view,

Is a love-struck gamer's fantasy.

Culinary Love

In kitchen's warmth with pans and pots,

We mix our love with savory thoughts.

A dash, a pinch, our hands intertwine,

Flavors of love, on which we dine.

Whisk and stir, our rhythm in sync,

Your eyes glisten, I catch a wink.

A taste, a tease, a playful fight,

With flour on nose, you're my delight.

Your recipe for love, so divine,

A blend of humor, aged like wine.

We add some zing, a pinch of play,

In our kitchen, love's buffet.

Our laughter bakes, a sweetened cake,

In each other's arms, we do partake.

Overcooked or perfectly done,

In our feast of love, we are one.

So here's to us, chef and sous,

In the dance of love, we take our vows.

With every meal, our hearts reveal,

In culinary love, we compose our rouse.

Ballad of the Dog-Walking Lovers

Our leashes cross, an intersection sweet,

Two pups in tow, strolling down the street.

Your golden retriever, my spotty beagle,

In wagging tails, love's encrypted signal.

We talk of breeds, swap tales of woe,

Laughing as our canines put on their show.

A sniff, a bark, a playful romp,

Love's leash grows firm, without a stomp.

Together we trek through rain or shine,

Our conversations flowing with wine.

Our park adventures, a daily rite,

With pooch's prancing, our hearts alight.

In every lap of the gravelled path,

I find a reason to smile and laugh.

With furry Cupids by our side,

Love takes a stroll, a hearty stride.

So here's to us, and our four-legged friends,

Bonded by paws, the message sends.

In wags and walks, a romance talks,

Where love unleashed, forever blends.

PUBLISHED: Nov 18, 2023
Written By
Tariq Bennett
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