{"id":13602,"date":"2022-12-15T20:14:52","date_gmt":"2022-12-16T02:14:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=13602"},"modified":"2022-12-15T20:14:52","modified_gmt":"2022-12-16T02:14:52","slug":"birthday-message-to-a-friend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/birthday-message-to-a-friend","title":{"rendered":"Share the Love with These 52 Ideas for a Birthday Message to a Friend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13604 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/birthday-message-cards.jpg\" alt=\"Birthday message to a friend: birthday message cards\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/birthday-message-cards.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/birthday-message-cards-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/birthday-message-cards-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The birthday of someone special is coming up! Your friend deserves to feel loved and appreciated on their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">so send them the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A sweet message is a beautiful way to express your gratitude for their friendship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crafting the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a friend starts with knowing the recipient well, then writing something that appeals to their personality and your friendship. We\u2019ll walk you through it with this guide, along with some inspiring <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday messages<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your friends.<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Send the <\/b><b>Best Birthday Message<\/b><b> to a Friend<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not always easy to send a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a friend. Maybe you want something more elevated than a simple \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u201d or you want ideas on how to create a funny greeting for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/dirty-thirty-birthday\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>dirty 30th birthday<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here\u2019s what to think about before you put your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on paper.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Think About Their Personality<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you can write the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a friend, you first need to consider who they are, what they love, and what will make them smile. Reflect on their sense of humor, think about what they\u2019d appreciate, and write something to match.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your best friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> better than anyone else, so this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase that. Mention an inside joke, reference a television show you know they love, or choose a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday quote<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from their favorite celebrity. Think about what would make your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">friend\u2019s birthday greeting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> feel special, and create just that.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Personalize Your Message<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best birthday messages<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are those that feel personalized. Even if you use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thoughtco.com\/famous-birthday-quotes-2832293\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>famous birthday quote<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or one of our suggested <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday greetings<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> below, adding your touch can make it feel bespoke and more meaningful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An easy way to personalize your message is by adding the recipient\u2019s name or nickname. You could also weave in a personal story, mention something funny that happened this year, or say how excited you are for their upcoming <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/birthday-dinner-party-ideas\">birthday dinner party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Deliver It in a Meaningful Way<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_13606\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13606\" class=\"wp-image-13606 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Minimal-Sun-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Birthday message to a friend: Minimal Sun Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Minimal-Sun-Card.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Minimal-Sun-Card-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13606\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your friend\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is coming up, and you want to celebrate with them. How you deliver your message is almost as important as what it says.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet in person to say hello and hand over a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday gift<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or give them a call and share a sweet message. If separated by distance, an <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\">online card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 like this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/minimal-sun\/pink\/birthday-cards\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>minimal sun card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 is a wonderful choice. With our <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/birthday-cards\">birthday cards<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can customize the layout, colors, photos, and wording to create a truly personal card.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>52 of the <\/b><b>Best Birthday Messages<\/b><b> to a Friend<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re ready to write a lovely <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your close friend or show up at your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bestie<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s door with a smile and a hug \u2014 but what do you say? Here\u2019s how to wish someone a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">very happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, whether you want something simple, sincere, or funny.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Short <\/b><b>Happy Birthday Wishes<\/b><b> to a Friend<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_13605\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13605\" class=\"wp-image-13605 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/HBD-Card-1.jpg\" alt=\"HBD Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/HBD-Card-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/HBD-Card-1-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13605\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We don\u2019t need to say a lot to let someone know we\u2019re thinking of them on their birthday. This <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/hbd\/blue\/birthday-cards\">HBD card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an excellent example of that. From traditional to trendy, here are some short and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweet birthday messages<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to send to beloved friends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Have an incredible <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday celebration<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Another year older! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wonderful day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Happy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Sending you lots of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday wishes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BFF<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ever!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Yay, it\u2019s your birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Time to celebrate!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Happiest of birthdays to you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fantastic birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Wishing you a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">very happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13. I hope you have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wonderful birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14. Have a fabulous birthday, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15. HBD<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bestie<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! See you soon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16. Have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">great day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Heartwarming <\/b><b>Happy Birthday Messages<\/b><b> to a Friend<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_13607\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13607\" class=\"wp-image-13607 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Polaroid-Celebration-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Polaroid Celebration Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Polaroid-Celebration-Card.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Polaroid-Celebration-Card-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re writing something for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your best friend\u2019s birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you might want to put some extra thought into your wording \u2014 especially if you\u2019re sending a sweet <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/polaroid-celebration\/white\/birthday-cards\">polaroid celebration card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are some of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best birthday wishes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you want to write something longer or from the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a very <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dear friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. I hope you have an amazing day!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18. You make [age] look so good! Hope you have an incredible <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">next year<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19. Have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wonderful birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]. Thank you for always being such a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to me and everyone around us.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20. It\u2019s such a joy to know you, [name]. Happy birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to my <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite person<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the whole world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22. Yay, I\u2019m so happy it\u2019s your birthday. Can\u2019t wait to spoil you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23. Let\u2019s make this year the best one yet, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24. Hope you have an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">extra special birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">extra special person<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25. Have the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ever, [name]! Love you so much.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26. Sending <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy birthday<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vibes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your way, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27. There aren\u2019t words to describe what a beautiful person you are. Have a lovely birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]. You\u2019re an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amazing person<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, inside and out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29. Thank you for always being a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">true friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a very <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special person<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. I\u2019m so lucky to know you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31. There\u2019s nowhere I\u2019d rather be than celebrating alongside you. Have an amazing birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32. Sending you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lots of love<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and good wishes on your birthday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33. Have an incredible birthday, my lovely friend!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">34. Let\u2019s celebrate, it\u2019s your birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35. Happy birthday, my sweetest friend! Excited to treat you to a shopping trip soon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">36. Have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">very special day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]. You deserve it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">37. You\u2019re a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wonderful friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]. Have the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ever!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38. Hope you have a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">great birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]. I can\u2019t wait to celebrate with you later.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">39. It\u2019s time to celebrate a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new year<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of you. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40. Happy birthday to the kindest person I\u2019ve ever met!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Funny <\/b><b>Birthday Messages<\/b><b> to a Friend<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_13603\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13603\" class=\"wp-image-13603 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biiirthday-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Biiirthday Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biiirthday-Card.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biiirthday-Card-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13603\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You always know the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">right words<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your best friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> smile. Make them laugh on their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">funny birthday wishes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 perfect for featuring in a fun card like this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/biiirthday\/blue\/birthday-cards\">biiirthday card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">41. Time to blow out even more candles on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday cake<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name]!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">42. You\u2019ve aged like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fine wine<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">43. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to my <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">partner in crime<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">44. It\u2019s that time of year again, I\u2019m afraid. Hope this year is better than the last!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45. You\u2019re a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">great friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, [name], but so difficult to buy for!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">46. Another year older, eh? At least you\u2019re not [age] yet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">47. Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the only person who will tolerate my jokes!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">48. I hope you\u2019re not expecting a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday gift<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8230; I am the gift!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">49. I\u2019m glad <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">social media<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wasn\u2019t around when we were growing up. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50. It\u2019s time for the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! No, not a wedding \u2014 [name]\u2019s birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">51. Sending <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweet birthday greetings<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to someone who\u2019s anything but!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">52. Tonight, the drinks are on me. Happy birthday!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Make Your Words Count\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many wonderful ways to wish your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy birthday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Pen a short yet sweet message inside a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, call them up and relive your favorite shared memory, or post a fun message on their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">social media<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these wording ideas to help you create the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday message<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a friend. When you have the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">right words<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ready, choose one of our <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/birthday-cards\">birthday cards<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as the ideal backdrop to share it. Find a design your pal will love, customize it, and send it their way \u2014 they\u2019ll be sure to smile when they open it.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The birthday of someone special is coming up! Your friend deserves to feel loved and appreciated on their big day, so send them the best birthday message. A sweet message is a beautiful way to express your gratitude for their friendship. 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