Candy hearts are a cute way to send flirtatious messages. But if we had it our way, this is what you’d find in our candy heart box…

Legit, this one would make any dama’s heart just melt.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

?? ?

And any man would be lucky to get this sweet message.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

What guy doesn’t want to be called your valiente?

Most times, all you need is one special word to let them know you really care.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Dale can mean so many things ?.

You can even channel Celia Cruz to let them know you think they are sweet.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Admit it. You totally said “¡Azucar!” with generous R’s just like the Cuban singer.

Are words too much? Here’s a hip abbreviation.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Because TQM is way more intriguing than ILY.

Especially if you don’t want to be too hurtful with a rejection.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

No pos wow for those who don’t know.

Of course, pet names are super relevant on these Valentine’s Day classics.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Share this image if you just can’t get enough of you osito. ?

Even if it is just for your pup.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Warning: don’t let him eat it.

You might expect to get one like this from your abuelita.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Or mom. Either way, it’ll probably provoke an eye-roll.

This one is perfect for your everything.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

? ? ?

These hearts can also double as direct requests.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Requests or demands.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Boys, I hope you’re paying attention to this.

Unfortunately, your tía will probably send you this.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

But, like, maybe I’m not the only one that should be on a diet, just saying.

And tía will likely ask you this dreaded question.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

I probably wouldn’t want to be the one receiving this candy, but it’s fun anyway.

Even Andrea Bocelli is a great source of inspiration.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

? Besame/Besame mucho/Como si fuera ésta noche/La última vez ?

There’s something you and your bestie can give each other.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Flawless.

Because texting is sooo 2007.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Now you can take your love international without breaking the bank. #LoveHack

One well-placed song lyric can go a long way.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Fact: Latino hearts make the sound “bidi bidi bom bom.”

And a good pun means a lot.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

Puns sound so much cuter in Spanish.

This would let him know just how special he is to you.

CREDIT: Christina Henderson / mitú

True love can only be measured by Chris and Selena. Everyone knows that.

READ: Valentine’s Day Pick-Up Lines That Will Only Work On Latinos