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Guidelines : Birthday
Congratulations on Birthday
Guidelines and Alternate Phrases
- Mention the occasion but don’t be overly familiar in counting. A humorous approach adds a nice touch.
- Today is special–it’s your birthday.
- Someone around here dropped the word that today is your birthday.
- Happy birthday from an admirer–or two … or three … or ten.
- Didn’t we celebrate your birthday about this time last year?
- I’ve been counting–isn’t this the tenth anniversary of your 29th birthday? Oh, well, close enough.
- We’re both getting older these days–one of us is also getting better! Happy birthday to that one!
- This week marks a special occasion, your birthday.
- Happy birthday from all of us on the staff.
- Tell the person one specific thing you appreciate about him or her or the relationship in general.
- You’re always so accommodating when I’m in your office that I couldn’t let the day go by without notice.
- Your sunny disposition is the “fix” we all need every Monday morning.
- You’re the kind of person we always depend on–even if we rarely say so.
- You always make such an effort to help out when we need extra coverage here that I wanted to let you know how much we appreciate your cooperation.
- Your flagrant use of large doses of courtesy has been affecting the entire office–thank goodness.
- You’re always here when we need someone with that extra commitment.
- Your loyalty and commitment are unequaled around here.
- Your friendship is one of the nicest things about working here.
- Your smile is a welcome sight each time I return from the cold, cruel world out there.
- Your know how to do your job–and because you do, that makes mine so much easier.
- Thanks for being so super and amiable as a working partner.
- Wish the reader a happy celebration and many more years.
- Celebrate long and hard–birthdays come only once a year.
- You may not have another birthday for a year–party heartily.
- I hope the day brings fun and happiness.
- I wish you the best today and the rest of your life.
- Here’s to many more such occasions.
- Our best for many more happy years together here at Arvark.
- Many, many, many more.
- One wish for you–not a wasted day or year of your life. You deserve to enjoy every minute ahead.
- Much happiness as you celebrate today.
- Much happiness as you enter the next year and forever.
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Example 1: Greeting birthday letter
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Susan,
I noticed a sheepish grin when you arrived at work today–could it be you thought we would do something lavish and embarrassing like send you around the world on a cruise? It’s a good thing, because I’d hate for you to be so disappointed on your birthday.
But the second best thing we could come up with is lunch and this sentimental consensus: You’re special. Celebrate like it!
Our best,
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Example 2: Birthday letter to co-worker
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Terri,
My calendar tells me that August 2 is your special day–happy birthday. You’re not one to call attention to yourself, so it’s best we all keep our own calendars of those who mean a great deal to us. Consider this a bouquet of warm wishes for a great day and a great year.
Best regards,
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Example 3: Birthday letter for colleague
Memorandum
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT: Birthday Wishes
According to my calendar, you’ve got a special day coming up January 14. This note brings wishes for a happy birthday and an adventurous, rewarding year to come.
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Example 4: Congratulation letter on birthday
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Marge,
Isn’t this a special time of the year for you–your birthday? I couldn’t let it pass without dropping you a note to say how often I think of you and your contribution to our team. But most importantly, I value your friendship personally. Please accept my heartfelt best wishes on your birthday.
Cordially,
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Example 5: Congratulate birthday letter
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Dear Mr. Milton:
I just wanted to drop you a note to say “Happy Birthday.” Calling on you every month is an enjoyable routine–all my customers should be so pleasant and full of life! Have a good time with family, staff, and friends–may you have many more years with them.
Cordially,
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