How to Send Belated Birthday Wishes

A birthday card is better late than never.

You blew it! Your friend/mother/brother/daughter's birthday was purposely marked on the calendar for weeks now, but life got in the way, as it usually does, and you forgot to send birthday wishes. No need to worry, sending a belated birthday card is fairly easy and has become acceptable enough that entire sections of greeting card displays are dedicated to those just as forgetful.

Instructions

1. Go to your local pharmacy or greeting card store. Look for the birthday cards and you'll find a "belated" section nearby. Pick an appropriate card.

2. Write a friendly birthday greeting in the card. Don't make excuses as to why you missed the birthday or why you are so late, but instead make light of the situation with a friendly joke. If it is not a relationship where a friendly joke would be appropriate, simply make no mention of the lateness and let the card do the talking.

3. Immediately mail the card. You don't want to let anymore time pass by.

4. Pick up the phone. Once the card is sent, call to let him know you've been thinking about him. Wish a happy birthday and ask how his day went. A phone call adds an additional personal touch.

References

• Hallmark: Belated Birthdays
• American Greetings: Belated Birthdays