Oh, if it be to choose and call thee mine, love, thou art every day my Valentine!

Oh, if it be to choose and call thee mine, love, thou art every day my Valentine!

Thomas Hood was a renowned English poet and humorist who lived during the early 19th century. Known for his wit and clever wordplay, Hood often wrote about love, nature, and the human condition. One of his most famous poems, "Oh, if it be to choose and call thee mine, love, thou art every day my Valentine!" perfectly encapsulates his romantic sensibilities and his ability to capture the essence of love in just a few words.