Looking for inspiration on what to write in a birthday card for your other half?
We have the answer for all manner of relationships and all the things you could write to make their day extra special. Whether you are looking to embrace the love and romance or would rather keep it short or sweet, we have a whole host of romantic, funny, sentimental messages and more. We have also included some top tips for celebrating your loved one’s birthday.
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Writing a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or long-time partner
It is always important to remember our loved one's birthdays, and a nice card can a great way to let them know just how much you care. However, finding the right words to express what you feel for them could be a challenge.
Romantic messages
A card full of special feelings and romantic sentiments is bound to make them feel all fuzzy inside. If you prefer to lay on the romance, you could consider writing something like:
• You will always be the one for me.
• One day a year is simply not enough to celebrate someone as awesome as you.
• You mean the world to me!
• I love you to the moon and back.
• You deserve the world and more.
• Every day you bring more happiness into my life!
• There’s no better feeling than being with your best friend.
• You are my happily ever after.
• I hope your birthday is as special as you are!
Keeping it short and sweet
Not everyone likes to write too much on birthday cards and you may prefer to stick to the point with a short and simple message such as:
• Your smile makes me smile!
• All my love on your birthday.
• I am happiest when I am with you.
• Happy Birthday to the one I love.
• Happy Birthday to the best boyfriend/ girlfriend in the world!
• Today we celebrate you.
• You are my soul mate, my partner and my most trusted friend.
• I hope all your hopes and dreams come true.
Something funny
For you what to write in a birthday card for a partner could be all about the giggles. Put a smile on your loved one’s face with a funny birthday message such as:
• Congratulations on becoming another year older- shame it’s not wiser!
• Happy birthday to the only person to ever laugh at my jokes.
• It’s better to be on the hill than under it!
• They say that it is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer.
• Regardless of how old you get, I will always be younger.
• You are now officially too old to have individual candles for your cake. Enjoy retirement!
• Happy Birthday from the best gift ever… (Me!)
• When I'm as old as you, I hope that I am half as funny as you think you are.
Example birthday card messages
We know that the wording you use on a birthday card is important and there is much to consider when determining what to write on your partner’s birthday card. If you are looking for something that feels more personal, consider adapting one of these example birthday card messages for a girlfriend or boyfriend.
If you are looking to send your significant other an extra-special birthday card with a personalized message, we are confident you will find the ideal one amongst these example birthday card messages:
What to write in a birthday card for a new relationship – early days
An example of what to write in a birthday card for a new relationship.
If you have yet to say the L-word to each other, you might prefer to not say it for the first time via a card. However, you could consider writing something like:
Dear Darling,
Sending birthday wishes to the sexiest man/ woman I know. I am so happy that you are in my life and I am so excited for our future together.
Here’s to our first birthday of many together.
Best Wishes.
Long term love
Here's what you could write to someone you've been with for a long time.
If you are madly in love and you want to write a heartfelt message to your long term lover, you could consider writing something like:
To my partner in crime,
You deserve recognition for more than one day a year. You are my rock, my best friend, and you get sexier by the minute.
I am so thankful you were born, so let’s celebrate!
Love you always.
Fabulous fiancé/ fiancée
When writing a birthday card for your wife or husband to be, you may want to include an extra special message about how excited you are for your upcoming nuptials.
To my fabulous fiancé/ fiancée
Here’s to many more happy birthdays together!
I am so lucky that you are choosing to become a grown-up with me and I can’t wait till I can call you my wife/ husband.
You were my birthday wish and I hope you get yours!
Love you forever.
Birthday messages for your life partner
If you are wondering what to write in a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or life partner, express your feelings and let them know you care with a message such as this one:
Dear you,
Sometimes I look at you and realise how lucky I am to be growing old together.
You still make me feel special after all these years together and I am blessed you chose to be my wife/ husband/ penguin.
You mean the world to me, my love!
Long distance love
Unfortunately, we cannot always spend our birthdays with those we love. If your love lives long distance, you could consider writing a message such as this:
My dearest (Name),
Even though we are miles apart, you are always in my mind and always in my heart.
I wish we could celebrate together but instead, you get this card! You mean the world to me and I am so excited to see you again.
Lots of Love!
Celebrating your partner’s birthday – 5 ideas
Whether it is early days or a long term love, it is always nice to make their birthday extra special. Get inspired with our birthday celebration ideas for boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband or partner.
Some of our favourite ways to celebrate your significant other’s special day include:
#1 Intimate dinner party:
Whether you would prefer to invite family or friends or just have a meal for two, cook your special someone something special to make
#2 Picnic for two
Dine al fresco and enjoy a picnic for two in the great outdoors.
#3 Throw a party
If you want an extra special celebration for your partner's milestone birthday, you could consider throwing them a party with all their nearest and dearest in attendance.
#4 Go on holiday
Whether you go for something fancy or just book a quiet weekend getaway, why not take your partner on a special birthday holiday? This would be a great idea for a special milestone birthday treat!
#5 Let them choose
It’s their birthday so why not give them a day of choosing exactly what you do! Whether it is watching a football match, going to the spa, or having a sofa day, you have to promise that they are in charge for the day – within reason of course!
Writing a birthday card for the one you love
Our top tips for making sure that their birthday card makes the best impression include:
• Personalizing your message to them;
• Including inside jokes or cutesy nicknames you have for each other;
• Sharing your favourite memories from throughout the year;
• Hinting at a birthday surprise you have planned for them;
• Thinking about whether your partner would prefer something romantic or something more light-hearted.
Whether it is a new relationship brimming with potential or one built on years of shared memories, the message you include on a card can turn it from an everyday greeting to a sentimental memento. As a result, it can definitely be a challenge figuring out what to write on a birthday card for boyfriend, girlfriend, husband or wife. Hopefully we could help!
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Are you finding it difficult to say thanks to your girlfriend for the birthday wishes received from her? Let us make it easy for you. Appreciate the efforts of your girlfriend that she made to make your birthday special. Share something positive and give her a show of appreciation for her generosity, love and time. Here we are presenting 27 best thank you messages and quotes to send your girfriend for receiving sweet happy birthday wishes from her.
Best Thank You Messages for Birthday Wishes to Girlfriend
• I know I don’t say it often. But I thank you for everything you have done to make my birthday special. Thank you for your wishes. I love you sweetheart...
• I thank you from the core of my heart for making my birthday extra special. You have always done more than expected for me.
• Thanks a lot for making my birthday fantastic.The memories of this birthday will be cherished forever. Love you a tons...
• You make me feel like a king baby.
Thank you so much for your wonderful birthday wishes.
• Thank you to my super girl for making this day fab. Thanks a lot my lady love.
• You are the one who knows how to bring smile on my face. You are my inspiration. Thanks a lot for your special birthday wishes. I have treasured each and every word in my heart.
• I know my office meeting ruined some of your surprise plans. Sorry bae but please don’t get sad. But still by getting together in the evening we made up the lost time. Thank you so much..
• I am so lucky to have a girlfriend like you in my life. Thank you for your special birthday wishes.
• You are the first and last girl I have loved in my life. Thanks a lot babe for wishing me in such a unique manner on my birthday.
• Having you as my girlfriend is one of the biggest gift of god to me. Thanks a lot for the mid night birthday cake celebration. It really means a lot to me.
• Watching you at 12 a.m. outside my house just to wish me happy birthday was not less a nightmare for me. Thanks bae, thanks a lot. You have done more than I deserve in my life.
• Girl you are the one with whom I would love to grow old and celebrate my future birthdays. Thanks for your heart-warming birthday wishes. Love you darling!
• Hey girl! You are the charm of my life. I am lucky to have you in my life. Thanks a lot for the birthday wishes and the gift. I loved it just like you!
• I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the arrangements that you have done on my birthday.
• Baby you could not have been able to pick me a more perfect gift than the one you have picked. Thank you so much for the lovely gift.
• Thank you bae for accepting me and making me a part of your life. Thank you for the marvellous birthday wishes. This was my one of the best birthdays I must say.
• Thank you for such a grand celebration on my birthday. Thank you for loving me and for all those love memories!
• Thank you so much for selecting such a thoughtful and generous gift on my birthday. I appreciate your choice baby.
• Thank you for the token of live you sent me on my birthday. I will definitely keep it close to my heart.
• Thank you so much for your warm wishes and the gift. You cant even imagine how happy you have made me by being a part of my life.
• Baby I liked the watch you gifted me on my birthday. How did you knew that I wanted this watch only? Btw thanks a lot…
• The shirt I received from you on my birthday was just perfect. From size to colo it was amazing! And yeah, thanks for that lovely greeting card too...Get ready for your return gift too...
• Bae, I am extremely grateful to you for the gift that you have sent me. It totally made my day. Thank you for the lovely birthday wishes...
• I love gifts, but above all I love you the most girl. You are my sunshine. Thank you for your wonderful heart melting birthday wishes...
• I had no idea that you would gift me such a beautiful and unique present on my birthday. You have no idea how happy I am after receiving it. Thank you sweetheart.
• Thanks for celebrating my birthday with me. I love the gift you got me. Lots of love, hugs and kisses to you...
• Thank you so much for sending me such a lovely and meaningful gift on this special day. You have done much more than required baby...
You can make your relation with your girlfriend more warmer by sending her some wonderful thank you messages for the birthday wishes from her. So select some wonderful quotes and messages to express your love, gratitude and thank to your girlfriend.
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A special birthday is coming up, or perhaps it is today. But your loved one is no longer here with you.
How do you wish someone happy birthday in heaven?
Below, we have several ways to wish your loved one happy birthday in heaven. We'll also think about birthday wishes from heaven, on your birthday. And we'll close it out with some ideas for how to celebrate your loved one's memorial birthday.
Remembering Your Loved One's Birthday
• Birthday Wishes in Heaven
• On Their Birthday:
• Mom
• Dad
• Brother
• Sister
• Friend
• Happy Birthday in Heaven Poems
• On Your Birthday:
• Happy Birthday Wishes from Heaven
• How to Celebrate the Birthday of Someone in Heaven
Happy Birthday Wishes for Someone in Heaven
When someone you cherished now celebrates their birthdays in Heaven, it leaves you feeling lonely. This is understandable, and you are definitely not alone in your feelings of grief. Thankfully, there are still ways for you to still wish your loved one a happy birthday in Heaven, and ways to thoughtfully iterate it, too.
Here are some special happy birthday wishes to speak in your heart for your loved one this year on their special day.
• “Happy birthday, ________. I don't think you could ever know how much I miss you right now. I wish more than anything that we could be together again to celebrate your day. But I know we will again one day.”
• “It's your birthday, but it doesn't feel like it without you here. It doesn't matter; I'm going to celebrate it like you are here because I know that's what you would have wanted. I love and miss you so much.”
• “I know you're in Heaven and that your birthday there must be way better than any party I could have thrown for you here. And maybe I'm being selfish when I say that I wish you were still here anyway. Happy birthday, love.”
• “I'm feeling a little jealous of the angels right now. Happy birthday in Heaven, _________. Until we meet again.”
• “I know we can't celebrate today like we have in years past. But I hope you know that I still try. Happy Birthday.”
• “I never thought that this day would come, at least not so soon. The day I couldn't wish you Happy Birthday to your face. So I'm sending you my best wishes straight from my heart and right up to Heaven.”
• “We can't go out celebrating today like we used to. But I wanted you to know that I'm still going out – still going to stop by all our old haunts, still going to buy you a birthday gift, still going to raise a glass in your memory. I love you, _______, happy birthday in Heaven.”
• “I used to think that this day would get easier every year that went by. But quite the opposite has happened. Happy birthday, sweetie…I can't wait for the day we can truly celebrate you again.”
• “I will never let today become just another day. Because it will always be your special day. Happy birthday in Heaven, ________. I hope you can feel the love I'm sending your way.”
• “No matter how old I get, your special day will always be the most special day of the year to me. And I will always celebrate it and you. Happiest of birthdays.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Mom
That first birthday Mom celebrates in Heaven is her most glorious one, yet the hardest for the children who survived her. Here are some ways to wish your Mom a happy birthday when she is no longer just a phone call away.
• “Happy birthday, Mom. I didn't know how I would feel today, and to be honest, I'm feeling pretty sad. I wish you were here, but I also wish you the most beautiful and joyous birthday today in the presence of the Lord. I love you.”
• “There's so much I want to tell you, Mama, and so much I want to hear you tell me. But on today, your special day, I simply want to wish you a happy birthday in Heaven.”
• “Happy birthday, Mother. How I wish I was there to celebrate with you.”
• “Every day since you passed away has been hard, Mom. Today has been especially difficult, but I know you wouldn't want to see me sad like this. So here's a smile just for you, just for today. I love you.”
• The calendar says it's your birthday…but it really doesn't feel like it. Tonight I am getting takeout from our favorite little restaurant we'd always spend your special day at. I know you would join me if you could. Happy birthday, Mom, I sure do love you.”
• “Sending hugs and kisses straight up to Heaven just for you today, Mommy. I wish I could wrap my arms around your neck and give them to you myself, but I'll have to let God do it for me this year. Happy birthday.”
• “Remember how you used to celebrate your whole birthday month and not just your birthday? I'm going to keep that candle burning for you, Mom. I love you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Dad
You used to celebrate every birthday together, but this year you must wish him, “Happy birthday in Heaven, Dad.” Here are some ways to express that sentiment in a meaningful way.
• “We used to have so much fun on your birthdays, Dad. We'd always do the same things every year, but every year it was special. I love you, enjoy your birthday in Heaven.”
• “You taught me strength, honor, humility, and also what it means to have a good time. I just can't figure out how to do that last part anymore. Happy birthday, Pops, I know you're having a good time in Heaven.”
• “You used to love Mom's homemade chocolate cake… so today I made a double recipe just for you. I know you can't enjoy it this year, but don't worry – I'll got you covered. Happy birthday, Dad.”
• “I looked in the mirror today and saw my father. And know what? I couldn't complain.”
• “Happy birthday to the man who taught me all about the Reason I know I'll get to see you again one day: Jesus.”
• “My loss was Heaven's gain, Daddy. But that doesn't make this day any easier. I love you and can't wait to be together again one day. Happy birthday.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Brother
Your brother has been by your side through it all. You've always enjoyed celebrating birthdays together, but this year is going to be different.
• “I can't believe it's your birthday and you're not here to celebrate it with us. Today I lean on all the good memories I have with you, and on the promise that I'll see you again one day.”
• “Brother, what does it mean to celebrate a birthday in Heaven? I have no idea, except that it's probably not bad at all. I love you, I miss you, and I wish you were still here.”
• “Today I saw what day it was and picked up the phone to call you. Then I remembered. Happy birthday in heaven, bro. Don't worry – I'm not going to erase your number.”
• “They say, ‘If only heaven had visiting hours…' Well I say, if only earth had visiting hours. I'd bring you back in a heartbeat to celebrate just today…then God could have you back.”
• “Happy birthday to my brother in Heaven. I'm sure after a glimpse of the heavenly realms there's no way I could drag you back into this one for just for one more birthday together. And that's okay. I love you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Sister
Sisters share a close bond that those who don't have a sister simply can't comprehend. You will always want to wish your sister a happy birthday on her special day – even when she's in Heaven – so here are some messages to help you do that.
• “I've spent the whole day looking through photos of us during happier times. I've laughed, cried, gone numb and felt the pain of losing you all over again. Happy birthday, sweet sister. It's not the same here without you.”
• “When you left, a piece of me went with you. Happiest of heavenly birthdays to my precious sister. What a wonderful celebration we'll have once we're reunited again.”
• “There are no words to describe how I'm feeling right now. Sad, yes. But yet joyful, too. Happy birthday, _______.”
• “I'm sitting here trying to come up with a way to tell you happy birthday when there's really no way to physically do so. It's breaking my heart, but I'll say it anyway: Happy birthday, sister. You are sorely missed.”
• “I will always celebrate you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Friend
Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. You may have lost your friend, but you certainly didn't lose the memories of birthdays past that will stay tucked in your heart forever.
• “It doesn't feel right to celebrate this day. But I'm going to do it anyway, for you and in your memory, because it's what you would have wanted. Happy birthday, ________, I love you dearly.”
• “Our friendship was one for the ages and will never again be duplicated. I don't know how to honor you on this day other than by letting you know how much I miss you and wish you were still here. Happy birthday, my friend.”
• “It's such a wonderful feeling to know that I have a connection to the One Who has drawn you back to Him again: the Lord. I pray you have a wonderful birthday celebration in Heaven today, sweet friend.”
• “Why does God always take the best? Happy birthday, __________. Thinking of you today and everyday.”
• “I don't know if you can hear me, so I'll ask God to pass it along: I love you, I miss you, and I miss the good times we always had together. Happy birthday, __________. I hope it's a good one.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Poems
Sometimes a little poetry can speak our emotions for us when we can't get the words out ourselves. These are written by yours truly and are free for personal use.
Mother's Memory
Night had fallen, on the eve before
And I knew it wouldn't be the same
As last year, or the year before
So I simply said your name.
I cried in my sleep and wished you were close
By me still to rock and hold
My hand in the dark, my head to your chest
And whisper softly, a mother's caress:
“It's okay, I'm fine. I'm at the Lord's feet
I'm dreaming of you and the day we can meet
To celebrate again that one day each year
The reason I was born at all: to love you, my dear.”
Tonight
Tonight I'll raise a glass to you
In a mournful sort of way
To celebrate who you once were
How you lived your life each day.
I'll cry a toast to evermore
I'll dance alone in our room
I'll light a candle then blow it out
I'll sing a song to you.
I'll tell everyone how hard it's been
Yet it won't be honest enough
I'll cry into your tear-stained pillow
Yet it won't bring you back, my love.
Every year's the same, and it'll always be
Only me alone, and never you and me
To celebrate your special day
To live, to laugh, together be
The angels better treat you well
The Lord, I know He does
But until I can see you with my own eyes
I'll remember you and what was.
Birthday Wishes from Heaven (on YOUR Birthday)
What about when it's YOUR birthday, and your loved one is no longer with you? How can you possibly celebrate YOUR day when the one person you want to celebrate with literally can't?
If you have a friend in Heaven, and your birthday is about to roll around again (only this time, without them), we have a piece of advice for you:
Celebrate anyway.
Why? Because it's what they would have wanted.
If you're finding that hard to imagine, here are some “birthday wishes from Heaven,” conceptualized messages from your loved one to help you feel just a little more content today:
• “You would not believe how beautiful it is here. Sorry, but I wouldn't want to leave Heaven for earth again any day – even your birthday! I look forward to the day we can celebrate YOU again, together.”
• “Happy birthday, __________. I know today is hard for you without me and I'm so sorry I had to leave you behind. When you get here, I'll catch you up on everything.”
• “The Lord called my name and I had to go. But it's on days like today that I wish earth had visiting hours. Happy birthday, honey, I love and miss you, too.”
• “I wish I could turn that frown upside down. Because there's no sadness whatsoever here! Happy birthday to you and many more to come before you get up here with me.”
• “Life is so short – I think I have a right to say that now. Enjoy it while you can, live it to the fullest and make the most of all the birthdays you are given. I love you.”
• “When the time comes, we'll get to celebrate your big day again. Until then, keep your chin up, do all the things you want to do, and remember me today and always.”
How to Celebrate the Birthday of Someone in Heaven
For several years after a family friend passed away, I'd buy a 16-ounce of his favorite soda (Sunkist) on his birthday and have a drink in his memory. It was such a simple thing to do, and no one else even knew about it. But it was a way to keep his memory alive in my own mind and heart.
That's something that you could do, too, for your loved one this year on their birthday. Did they have a favorite snack or drink, and was it always served at their birthday parties? Or maybe they had a favorite song (or perhaps you associate a certain song with them). Listen to it on their birthday as a sweet gift to them, in their memory.
Here are some more specific ways that you can celebrate the birthday of your loved one who's in Heaven now:
• Set their photo up and light a candle in their memory.
• Go to their favorite place, be it a certain store, restaurant or park.
• Call their family up and tell them you're thinking of them today.
• Say a prayer just for your loved one.
Happy Heavenly Birthday
One day, we will meet again and then we can celebrate you special day together.
When you're missing your bestie…
Beautiful birthday wishes for the love of your life.
I can't believe it's your birthday and you're not here to celebrate it with us. I miss you!
Mom, oh how I wish I was there with you to celebrate together.
A father's absence is always felt so deeply.
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