If you are lucky enough to be blessed with a mother-in-law, youāll know that itās just like having a second mother. Your spouseās family became your family too when you got married, and your mother-in-law is no exception.
Once you joined the family, she started seeing you as one of her own children, showering you with love in the same way she would one of her own. Sheās a special lady indeed, so when it comes to her birthday, you need to make sure that you send her only the best wishes!
However, as with many members of our family that we share a special bond with, it can often be difficult to find the right words to show them just how much they mean to you.
How do you say happy birthday to the best mother-in-law in a way that illustrates your love and appreciation?
Below, we have a few ideas to help get you started on what to write in a birthday card, but remember; the more personal, the better. These messages can be used as a stepping stone for creating a sweet, personal, funny or meaningful note to your mother-in-law on her birthday.
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ā¢ Funny Birthday Wishes For Your Mother-In-Law
ā¢ Happy Birthday Mother-In-Law Quotes
ā¢ Sincere Birthday Wishes For Your Mother-In-Law
Funny Birthday Wishes For Your Mother-In-Law
Everyone loves a joke on their birthday, and you have undoubtedly shared plenty with your mother-in-law over the years. Take a look at some of our funny birthday wishes for her on her special day:
ā¢ When my husband is being an absolute idiot, you are always the first person I call, because youāre the only one who really understands what Iām dealing with! Thanks for all your support. Happy birthday to my mother-in-law!
ā¢ We are just like Thelma and Louise, except without Brad Pitt. And I hope none of us die soon. Okay, maybe weāre not like Thelma and Louise, but you are one of my best friends. Iām so lucky to have a mother-in-law like you! Thank you for all that you do.
ā¢ Most people hate and fear their mother-in-law ā but not me, I have the best one! I really enjoy spending time with you and am thankful for all that you do for me and the rest of the family. Happy birthday to you. Thank you for making all of our lives wonderful.
ā¢ When I married your son, I gained a second mother. Donāt tell him, but you are by far my favourite! Happy birthday to you, you amazing, supportive and wonderful woman. Sending you all of my love and best wishes on this special day.
ā¢ Our relationship is a lot like Chinese food. Sometimes itās sweet and sour, and sometimes itās a little bit too spicy. I wouldnāt change it for anything ā itās still delicious! I am so glad to have a mother-in-law like you. Happy birthday! You mean the world to me.
ā¢ I know itās weird, but I really enjoy spending time with you! Are you sure weāre doing this mother and daughter in law thing right? Happy birthday. Thank you for all of the laughs and all of the good times. I wish you nothing but continued joy throughout the coming year!
Happy Birthday Mother-In-Law Quotes
Birthdays are an excellent time to share some special quotes with your mother-in-law. These are some of our favourites that will help you wish happy birthday to the best mother-in-law around:
ā¢ "Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you donāt mind, it doesnāt matter." ā Mark Twain.
Happy birthday to you, my sweet mother-in-law! May this year be blessed and filled with everything you love.
ā¢ "You donāt get older; you just get better." ā Shirley Bassey. Happy birthday to the woman who just keeps getting better and better. I wish you all the joy and happiness you could possibly want in the coming year. Love to you always.
ā¢ "The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." ā Oprah Winfrey. Let us raise a glass and celebrate you today. Happy birthday to my dearest mother-in-law! Wishing you all the best in this coming year.
ā¢ "Youth is the gift of nature, but age is the work of art." ā Garson. Happiest of birthdays to you, my sweet mother-in-law! May your art continue to shine in the coming year and beyond.
ā¢ "The greatest gift you can give to others is the gift of unconditional love and acceptance." ā Brian Tracy. Happy birthday to you, my beloved mother-in-law! Thank you for always giving us the greatest gifts. Sending you love today and always.
Sincere Birthday Wishes For Your Mother-In-Law
Who wouldnāt want a sweet and sincere message on their birthday? Send your mother-in-law a message that will really make her day:
ā¢ Happy birthday to my mother-in-law We may seem distant to others, but I know that youāre always there when I need you. Thank you everything you do.
ā¢ I am so blessed not only to have gained another mother through marriage, but a best friend too. I hope your birthday is just as spectacular as you are. Happy birthday!
ā¢ I want my daughters to be just like you: sophisticated, beautiful and charming. You are the epitome of a woman who has it all! I am eternally thankful that they have a wonderful role model like you in their lives. Happy birthday!
ā¢ They say that diamonds are a girlās best friend, but thatās not true: mother in laws are! Thank you for being one of my best friends, thank you for all the laughs and thank you for all the joy that you bring. Happy birthday!
ā¢ There are so many things in the world that sparkle: stars, diamonds, glitterā¦ none shine more brightly than you, though. Happy birthday to the mother-in-law with the best personality. Thank you for all of your love, dedication and support.
ā¢ Having a spouse with such a caring soul and impeccable behaviour is a true testament to what an excellent job his mother did in raising him. Thank you for being the best mom and the best mother-in-law imaginable. Happy birthday to you! We love you!
Saying happy birthday to the best mother-in-law in the world is easy with our ideas. Choose any one of these options or use them as inspiration to pen a card that makes an impression in just the right way!
Looking for ways to say thank you for birthday wishes? You've come to the right place.
No matter how old you get, thereās nothing like celebrating a birthday with friends and family! While their presence makes a big difference, birthday wishes from near and dear ones also touch our hearts so closely!
The right birthday wish can brighten up our day like anything! Birthdays are meant to be special, but best wishes can make them even more special!
Expressing Appreciation For The Birthday Wishes
So when someone sends you a birthday wish, you want to ensure that they are thanked from the bottom of your heart. Itās not always easy to come up with the right words to justify the love, support, and affection shown by them.
Still, a word of gratitude will go a long way in returning some of that love back! The following thank you messages for birthday wishes will make it easier for you to strike a chord closer to your heart!
Saying Thanks
Thank you so much for the amazingly wonderful birthday wishes.
I just wanted to thank you for your birthday wishes. I feel blessed to have you as my friend.
Thank you very much for your superb birthday wishes. Your words mean a lot to me.
Thank you for the birthday messages. It was a birthday to remember because of friends like you.
I would like to thank you for the birthday wishes from the bottom of my heart.
Hi, thank you for your birthday greetings. I hope you are doing well and hope to get in touch with you soon.
Thank you for your birthday wishes on my big day. You will always be special to me.
You have always been so selfless towards me. Thank you for the loving and affectionate birthday wishes!
I know you are always there for me. So I am thanking you not only for the wonderful birthday wishes but for all your love and support too!
Your words always mean so much to me. The best thing is that you have always been there for me! thanks for the amazing birthday wishes!
The Best Ways to Express Appreciation
Thank you all for your kind birthday wishes that helped make it a very very happy birthday!
Thanks for remembering my birthday. I will be keeping all your wishes close to my heart!
Hey everyone, I want to thank you all for your wishes and to let you know how amazing it feels to have you all as my friends!
Birthday wishes from everyone who cares for me are like Gold blessing me with all his love! Thank you all for your wonderful wishes.
Hi friends, I just wanted to take a second to say thanks for making my _____ birthday so special!
Dear friends, thank you so much for your kind words on my birthday! I canāt wait to party with you all soon!
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I donāt think of getting older by one more year. It is another year of having all of you as friends! I so appreciate all of your birthday wishes!
Thank you to all my lovely friends who made my day! Thank you for your wonderful wishes that made it the most memorable birthday for me!
Your wishes made my birthday even more special! Thanks to everyone!
Thank you, guys. Those were the best birthday wishes ever!
I was amazed to receive so much love and affection from my loved ones and family. Thanks to everyone for making my birthday a great day!
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all who wished me and remembered me on my birthday! Thank you all!
Acknowledging Messages
Thank you for all the lovely wishes from your generous hearts! I sincerely appreciate your blessings and love!
I appreciate all for your wonderful birthday wishes. Itās always so encouraging and refreshing to hear from my dear friends on my special day!
Thank you all for making my birthday so special and reminding me that so many wonderful people love and remember me!
I can't say thank you enough for remembering my birthday! I wanted all of you to know that you continue to shower your support and love!
Thank you all for your wishes and gifts, and for your lovely presence too!
As we get older every birthday, itās always great to hear words of love and celebrations from people who are so special in my life! Thank you all for your wishes!
We appreciate so much all for your amazing wishes on my birthday. All of you mean so much to me!
Thank you all for the love and support you have shown me, not only on my birthday but throughout the year!
The best gift I received on my birthday was the love and support I received from my entire friend and loved ones! Thanks to everyone for thinking of me and for your wonderful wishes!
As we get older, birthdays can draw lesser attention! Thank you all for continuing to keep me in your thoughts on my special day!
Thank You, Everyone
Here is a thank you shout-out to everyone who made my birthday so special! I want to let you know that it means a lot to me!
Thank you for your Birthday Wishes! You guys are the best!
I would like to thank you all for your wonderful birthday wishes! I wish I could write back to each one! Your wishes and words made my day!
So grateful for all the amazing birthday wishes and all the party revelers who joined me! Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts!
I'm so blessed to have such wonderful friends who shared their birthday wishes with me! All of you have made my birthday so special this year!
I would like to say a big thank you to all who sent out wonderful wishes on my birthday!
Thank you guys for your awesome birthday wishes! Love you all.
Hey everyone, I wanted to thank each one of you and let you know how wonderful all of you are! I am blessed to have friends to share in my special day!
Hereās a note to say thanks to everyone for remembering my birthday! Thank you for your continued love and support!
The most beautiful gift I received on my birthday was good wishes and greetings from all my friends! I thank you all!
I have received so many messages, calls, and greetings, that I can only thank everyone from the bottom of my heart!
Birthday Wishes Appreciation
Even though I get tired of getting old every year, I never get tired of the happy birthday wishes! Thank you!
Thank you for making this birthday another year for the books.
My birthday is not the same without your special wishes! Thank you!
Thank you because you too never get tired of saying it on your special day!
I know my birthday is supposed to be about me, but I want to say thank you to you for the amazing wish!
I thought I could have mixed it up and said something even more special, but thank you is all that came to my mind for your lovely wishes!
You never let me forget that I am getting older every year! Thank you for your wonderful wishes!
No matter how far away we are, your birthday wishes always make feel special! Thank you for your lovely wishes!
Thanks a million for remembering my special day and the wishes!
Thank you for thinking of me on my special day and for always being a fantastic friend!
You are such a great addition to my life! Thanks for your amazing birthday wishes!
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Thank You for your Birthday Wishes
You have made my day even more special! Thank you for your wonderful wishes!
Thanks for the amazing birthday wishes and being a friend until the end!
I am herewith sending you my heartfelt and warmest hugs! Your birthday wishes were perfect! Thanks!
My birthday become so special because of you! It would not have been the same without your wishes!
I had an amazing birthday and I couldnāt imagine one without your wishes! So appreciative of all that you have done for me!
I may be older, I am happy to be younger than you! I can't wait for your birthday wishes next year too! Thanks a lot!
Thank you for your lovely birthday wishes and for everything you have done for me along the way!
Thanks for your birthday wishes and for being an important part of my world!
I loved your birthday wishes! It was so thoughtful of you for thinking of me on my birthday!
Thank you for the gift of friendship and your lovely birthday wishes!
I appreciate so much your thoughts and wishes on my birthday! Thanks for always keeping me in your mind!
Being Grateful
Your birthday wish was among the sweetest and kindest! Thank you so much for making my day!
Thank you for your warm and heartfelt wishes on my birthday!
So grateful for your kind birthday wishes for me! It makes my day even more special when everyone you love sends you a great wish!
Thank you so much for your kind birthday wish on my special day! I canāt find the right words to thank you enough!
This was one more birthday to remember for me, and I want to thank you for contributing to it! Thanks so much for your lovely wishes!
You have always been a wonderful person to have as a friend! Thank you for the lovely birthday wish!
Actions do speak louder than words! Your love and care have shown me what both can do together! Thank you for your fantastic birthday wishes!
Both happiness and friendships are a choice. Thanks for being the best example of both for me! Your birthday wishes were amazing!
I want you to know that your words mean a lot to me! Thank you for your amazing birthday wishes!
The cake may be gone and the gifts are already opened, but your sweet birthday wishes are still there in my heart! Thank you!
Ways to express gratitude
These are the best birthday wishes I received. Thank you all, God bless you all!
Thanks for remembering my birthday and your lovely wishes! I will never forget these kind words!
Thank you all for sending me your lovely birthday wishes. I am blessed to have you all as a friend!
I am overwhelmed by all your beautiful wishes! Each one of the messages made my day!
I think I must create a song of all the wishes I received on my birthday. They are so much loving! Thank you all!
Going through each birthday message brings back the memory of each one of you. Thank you all for the overwhelming wishes!
Thanks, everyone for your overwhelming birthday wishes. All you guys are so amazing!
All the birthday wishes I received helped made me feel contented! Thank you all!
Thank you for being such a lovely friend and sharing your sentiments on my birthday!
Your friendship has always been one of my most cherished gifts! Thank you for the wonderful birthday wishes.
Thank you for always being there! Your kindness is boundless! Thanks for your warm birthday wishes!
There are not many things which are better than having a friend like you! Thanks for the birthday wishes!
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