What to Write in a Belated Birthday Card

Just because you miss someone’s birthday doesn’t mean you you need to neglect to later acknowledge it with one of these belated birthday card messages. This will ensure that you let your friend or loved one know that they were in your thoughts as their special day arrived.

“Day by day the journey proceeds on, Little by little it might appear too long.”

“Forgetting a Birthday doesn’t mean you forget a person. And remembering a Birthday doesn’t mean you remember the person. Here’s a genuine Belated Happy Birthday wish from me.”

“Friend are friends forever, which is how long it took this card to get to you.”

“Good news! I escaped the mudslide, but your poor card…”

“Happy belated birthday to someone who deserved “on-time.””

“Happy belated birthday to someone who now has free reign to forget mine.”

“How do you expect me to remember your birthday, when you never look any older?”

“I am sorry, I missed your birthday. But my wishes are always with you. Belated Happy Birthday.”

“I didn’t forget your birthday. I forgot to tell you.”

“I have been a bit snowed under lately. I dug out to find this card with your name. Happy late birthday.”

“I like to be wish people a Happy Birthday at least 11 months in advance, so my greeting from last year was meant to cover this birthday. Anyway, Happy Birthday again.”

“I missed your birthdate, and am sorry for that. I sincerely apologize and wish you a belated Happy Birthday.”

“I only realized your birthday had passed when the male dancers I hired showed up in Depends. Happy day, girlfriend.”

“I wish you were a little younger—this card would be on time.”

“I’m late for your birthday wishes, but love doesn’t get stale.”

“I’m late, I’m late, for a very important date. And that would be your birthday. Happy Birthday.”

“My apologies for not remembering your birthday. I know that you enjoyed your celebration much with your special loved ones and friends. Belated Happy Birthday!”

“Sorry I forgot the most important day of the year… your Birthday!”

“Sorry I forgot your birthday but it doesn’t mean I forget you. Here’s a genuine birthday wish for you. Belated Happy Birthday my dear friend and may you always be a good person on this new year of your life. I love you.”

“The day of your birthday may have gone by, but the happiness that you are in this world will always stay. Belated Happy Birthday to you. May you be blessed with a year filled with abundant blessings.”

“The gang wanted me to send their birthday wishes. The gang should have sent the card.”

“The saying is “A day late and a dollar short” but I missed your birthday by more than that and there is no gift either. So I guess they need to work on their saying. Just saying…Happy Birthday.”

“There is a reason why I was always last in class. It’s because I am forgetful. In line with tradition, I am still one of the last ones to wish you. Belated Happy Birthday my friend. Hope you had a good one!”

“This card would have arrived earlier, if I had mailed it on time. Happy late birthday.”

“This wish is late so that you can celebrate longer. Happy Birthday.”

“Time got away from me. The card, however, stayed right here. Sorry this is late.”

“You may think this card is late, but you’ll have to change your tune, it’s not (2) days too late, but (363) days too soon.”

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