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Condolence Messages: Empathetic and Supportive Ways to Show You Care

Condolence messages: Tranquil Thoughts Card

Writing condolence messages is never an easy task. Finding the right words to say — and avoiding the wrong ones — can be difficult to navigate. You want to acknowledge the person’s loss while also tactfully and empathetically addressing the grieving family. 

While there’s not one specific thing you can say to make things better, sending a few words of support goes a long way in letting the grieving person know you care and that they’re surrounded by love. Here, we’ll offer some ideas on how to express your support while being sensitive along with condolence messages you can write in your sympathy card.
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14 Fun New Year’s Eve Ideas for a Fabulous Countdown

Fun New Years Eve ideas: friends eating dinner together

A new year is fast approaching and it’s time to start creating an action plan for the best NYE yet. If you’re looking for fresh celebration inspiration, these fun New Year’s Eve ideas are exactly what you need. Discover party themes, activities, and fun ways to remember the past year and look ahead to a scintillating future. 
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New Year’s Toast: 15 Ideas, Plus Etiquette Tips

New Year's toast: close up shot of people having a toast

Ringing in the New Year is a perfect time to reflect on days past and look forward to days ahead. What better way to mark the occasion than with a special celebration and meaningful toast?

Whether celebrating at home or out on the town, coming up with toasts for New Year’s Eve can be intimidating. But not to worry. This list of New Year’s toast ideas (ranging from funny to inspirational) has you covered. So get ready to pop open the bubbly and raise your glass with a toast your guests are sure to remember.
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12 New Year’s Eve Decoration Ideas to Get Your Party Poppin’!

New Years Eve decoration ideas: two glasses of champagne, party trumpets, and a party hat on a table

Ready to ramp up for the new year and host a fantastic party that makes an impression? Then you don’t want to miss these New Year’s Eve decoration ideas that’ll take your bash from blah to brilliant! From glitzy wall decor to stylish tablescapes and beyond, these easy and creative ideas will help you set the scene for one of the best New Year’s Eve parties yet. (Bonus: We’ve even included invitation designs that you can customize and send to guests ASAP!)
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Happy New Year Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Happy New Year gift: family opening New Year presents

The turning of a new year signals a time to celebrate. There’s the unbridled feeling of endless potential, the promise of new beginnings, and the excitement of the unknown. While we often think of Christmas or Hanukkah as a time for holiday gift-giving, a Happy New Year gift is a wonderful way to usher in the next 365 days. 

Whether you’re looking for a small token to uplift a loved one’s spirits after a difficult year or a big gift celebrating huge achievements over the last 12 months, there’s something you’ll love on this list of Happy New Year gifts.
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13 New Year’s Eve Party Themes to Kick Off a Fabulous New Year

New Years Eve party themes: friends celebrating the New Year together

The end of the year is the perfect time for goal-setting, reflection, and celebrating. Whether you’re kicking last year to the curb and focusing on a brighter new year or celebrating big wins over the last 12 months, make it a night to remember by hosting a New Year’s Eve party.

With these New Year’s Eve party themes, you can host an over-the-top glamorous event or a cozy night surrounded by loved ones. Best of all, it’s easy to invite guests to the special bash since we’ve paired each one with a digital invitation design for inspiration. 
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18 Fun (and Surprising) New Year’s Traditions From Around the World

New Year's traditions: friends throwing confetti up in the air

There’s no single way to celebrate the arrival of a new year. With so many cultures, places, and customs across the world, it’s no surprise that there are countless New Year’s traditions — including some you may not have heard of before.

Read on to discover some of our favorite New Year’s traditions worldwide, from Spain and Scotland to Brazil, Japan, and beyond. It’s time to ring in a very happy New Year!
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Yee-Haw! Fun Western Invitations and Wording Ideas

Western invitations: 3 invitation cards, a hat, and a horseshoe

Whether it’s a kid’s birthday, baby shower, housewarming, adult birthday party, or other celebration, a Western theme makes for a darn-tootin’ good time! It’s a chance to get everyone together dressed in cowboy hats, boots, and glittering spurs. 

But before indulging in the festivities, you must invite your guests. Luckily, you’ll find plenty of Western invitations here to match your Western party theme, plus Western-inspired wording ideas to include in your invite. So giddy up, partner — it’s time to make it happen!
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Double the Fun: Joint Birthday Party Invitations

Joint birthday party invitations: invitation card and some beach toys

What’s better than celebrating a birthday? Celebrating two at once! Whether you’re planning a joint birthday party for kids or your own b-day fiesta with a bestie, it’s sure to be twice as fun. 

Get the lowdown on hosting a joint birthday party with top party planning tips, plus discover joint birthday party invitations you can customize now and send in minutes.
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Toast the (Still) Happy Couple with These 12 Anniversary Invitations

2 anniversary invitations

All these years later, your love is still going strong. Sometimes, you’re not quite sure how you do it, but with a little patience, a pinch of tough love, and years’ worth of compromise, you fall deeper in love every year. And now, here you are, ready to send out your wedding anniversary invitations to celebrate another year of marriage.

Whether celebrating one year of marriage or 60, you want your friends and loved ones by your side. Some of them have been with you since the beginning — popping bottles at your bachelorette party, tearing up at your bridal shower, and holding your bouquet at the altar. But now, your family and group of friends have expanded, and you want all these new faces to gather with you at your anniversary party, too.

Because that’s what a marriage is, isn’t it? There comes a point when it’s no longer just about the two of you. Your lives have merged into one, bringing all your friends, family, children, and loved ones into it.

And these anniversary card invites ensure they’re right there with you, toasting to your “we still do” and your lives together. We’ve recommended invitations for different milestones, but each of these anniversary invites can be customized to match your stage of marriage.
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