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Card Ideas How to throw a “Surprise Cardy”: Five easy steps for an unforgettable birthday celebration

Here’s a fun fact: the first record of a surprise party dates back to 1840 as found in the writings of Irish novelist...

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Thank You 50+ reasons to send a thank-you card: end-of-year gratitude ideas

Last Christmas, one of my best friends sent me a message detailing her favorite memories of us over the year. From co...

Hanukkah wishes: what to write in a Hanukkah card

Hanukkah Hanukkah wishes: What to write in a Hanukkah card

Hanukkah is a lighthearted festival filled with rich traditions, many of which include food, fun, family and friends....

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Congratulations Congratulations messages: What to write in a congratulations card

A race run, a dream job landed, a new home, a big promotion, a little victory…It’s one of life’s great joys to see so...

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Card Ideas "Thinking of you" messages: What to write in a "thinking of you" card

There comes that awkward point when it’s been a while since you’ve talked to someone you care about, and you want to ...

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Baby New baby wishes: what to write in a baby card

In life, it just doesn’t get much happier than the arrival of a new baby. One moment, there is simply the dream of th...

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Card Ideas How to address an envelope

Not long ago, dropping a note in the mail was part of everyday life. Now we communicate instantly with texts, emails,...

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Sympathy Sympathy messages: What to write in a sympathy card

Signing a sympathy card isn’t easy. We search for words. We wonder what would be comforting to hear. We worry about s...

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Thank You Gratitude for educators: Teacher appreciation ideas that mean the most

Any time of year is a good time to be thinking about teacher appreciation. But before we begin, take a moment to thin...

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Encouragement What to write in a good luck card

We’ve got tips and message starters on what to write in a good luck card to get your thoughts flowing and your pen mo...

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Card Ideas What to write in a Passover card: Pesach messages for friends and family

Great ideas on what to write in a Passover card, no matter who is celebrating.

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Thanksgiving Thanksgiving messages: What to write to share a little gratitude

A grateful heart is a full heart, especially at Thanksgiving. With a spirit of thankfulness in the air, there’s no be...