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Birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day and more — ideas and inspiration for every celebration.

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Anniversary Messages: 45+ Things to Write

45+ anniversary messages for your partner, parents, friends and the happy couple, from romantic and heartfelt to funny and short.

A christening card with a white candle and flowers

Christening and Baptism Wishes: 40+ Messages

40+ christening and baptism wishes for a baby, godchild or family, from religious and heartfelt to short and simple.

A child handing dad a Father's Day card

Father's Day Messages: 40+ Things to Write for Dad

40+ Father's Day messages and quotes for dad, grandad and new dads, from heartfelt to funny, plus what little kids can write.

A first birthday cake with a single candle

First Birthday Wishes: 40+ Messages for a 1st Birthday

40+ first birthday wishes for a baby boy or girl, from parents, grandparents and friends, from sweet and heartfelt to funny.

A graduation cap and rolled diploma

Graduation Wishes: 40+ Messages for a Graduate

40+ graduation wishes and messages for your child, a friend or a student, from proud and heartfelt to funny and short.

A retirement card on a desk with a coffee

Retirement Wishes: 40+ Messages to Write

40+ retirement wishes for a colleague, boss, friend or family member, from heartfelt and funny to short and professional.

A Valentine's card with hearts

Valentine's Day Messages: 35+ Things to Write

35+ Valentine's Day messages for your partner, crush, friends and kids, from romantic and heartfelt to funny, cute and short.

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What to Write in a Wedding Card: 40+ Messages and Wishes

40+ wedding card messages and wishes, from heartfelt to funny, for the couple, a daughter or son, close friends and people you barely know.

An engagement card with a ring box

What to Write in an Engagement Card: 40+ Messages

40+ engagement card messages and wishes, from heartfelt to funny, for a couple, your child, a friend or your future in-law.