THE SECRET ADMIRER

February 14th

Dear Valentine,

Since it's Valentine's Day, I thought that I should let you know that I have a crush on you! Yes...you! I've seen you around for quite some time and I can't stop thinking about you! I love the way your eyes light up each and every single time you smile. The first day that I saw you in class, I thought wow...you are really cute! Then, as I got to know you better, I realized that you had even more to offer, not just your looks. Your spirit and vitality have caught my attention. I've noticed just how considerate and thoughtful you are to all your friends and to the people around you. You are the kind of person who I'd like to be. You are energetic and your friendliness makes you easy to get along with. In all the months that I have known you, I can't think of one negative thing to say about you. You're so positive and you help others to feel the same way. I don't know if you have a special someone in your life right now, or even if you are looking for that person. I just sat down here and decided to write something from my heart to you. I've wanted to do this for the longest time. I guess that I've never had the guts to tell you before. Well...I hope that you have a wonderful Valentine's Day...I'll be thinking about you this day and the days to come. Thanks for putting a smile on my face.

Your "Secret" Admirer,
Mary Shaw

THE BEST FRIEND

February 14th

Happy Valentine's Day!

Hi! How are you doing this Valentine's Day? Did you get lots of yummy chocolates? Don't forget to share them with me...hehe! You know that I love them almost as much as you do! So...hey...do you know what I realized? You and I have spent Valentine's Day together every single year. Isn't that interesting? So...I guess it's fair to say that you are my Valentine. We've been through so much together and I have enjoyed every moment of it. You are such a good friend to me. Not only do you give me the encouragement to continue and try hard, but you also help to improve in areas where I am weak. I think that we became such kindred spirits because we are both like pieces of a puzzle. We have complementary qualities. We bring out the very best in each other and we know how to have a good time!!!!! I just want you to know that I'll never forget your generosity and friendship. It means a great deal to me. It feels wonderful to be able to pick up the phone and call you, knowing that you really listen to me and help me get through tough times. Thank you for constantly giving me good sound advice and for straightening me up when I slack off. So, while you may be single on this Valentine's Day, just remember that you have a good friend who thinks and cares about you. Have a wonderful day...and I'll see you later!

Friends Forever,
Mary Shaw

THE EX

February 14th

Dear [fill in a name],

I was sitting here, thinking about the last Valentine's Day that we spent together. Do you remember? It was magical. It seems like such a long time ago. I miss you. I truly do. I remember that you made me feel all warm inside. I felt so special when I was with you. Then, one day, you said that you only wanted to be friends. Someone else had taken my place as your sweetheart. I would no longer feel your arms around me. I would no longer get those gentle kisses on my forehead. I wouldn't get those cheesy e-greetings in my inbox. I miss everything. I miss what we had. I don't know how I'm going to spend my Valentine's Day, but without you, it's not the same. I feel like something is missing. Maybe I never treated you right. Maybe I never showed enough affection. I have learned my lesson the hard way. You're gone and I don't know when I'll get to see you next. My heart is aching for you and yet, I think that my words fall upon deaf ears. You have told me in the past that you no longer love me. How can I change that? Can I? Ohh...I miss you so much. Please come back to me. I need you. I never hear from you anymore. It breaks my heart how we fell from sharing everything to sharing nothing. I know that it's been a long time since I've written to you, but I thought that I would let you know how I feel. I've cried about our breakup, for the longest time. You mean so much to me, can't you see? I feel like I'm lost without you. Please write back soon.

Heartbroken,
Mary Shaw

THE DECEASED

February 14th

Dear Valentine,

Even though you will never get this letter, I am writing because I cannot hold it in any longer. The day that you died was the day that my heart crumbled. You meant more than life to me and without you, I felt depressed and frustrated. We had the kind of love that most people only dream of. So, that autumn day, when death claimed your life, I was beside myself. I cried for weeks. I don't think that anyone really knows what it's like to have your soulmate taken away from you. It wasn't fair that you got into a car accident. People are always saying how not to drink and drive...and yet people still do it. If that driver wasn't drunk, perhaps he wouldn't have hit your vehicle. Maybe you would still be here today, even. I remember everything, just like it was yesterday. I wish that I could forget it all, but it haunts me. I remember hearing a crash and tires screeching. It was awful. I passed out and when I came to, all I could think about was you and if you were okay. I was so scared! When I looked over, I couldn't believe my eyes. Your face was all bloody. The car was all smashed up. I had a huge gash on my leg. I remember whispering to you and asking if you were okay. I barely had any energy. I felt so weak and my leg was killing me. I cried when you turned your head towards me and breathlessly said, "I love you, Mary." I could see it in your eyes. You barely had any strength left in you. You used your dying breath to tell me that you loved me. I will never forget your unwavering love throughout the years that we were together. I love you too, honey. You may not be here on Earth, but you are right here in my heart. You're in my soul. I will always feel your warmth. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

Your Eternal Flame,
Mary Shaw