Christmas Card Messages & Holiday Wishes
Spread holiday cheer with messages that feel personal, warm, and worth reading.
"Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with happiness, health, and all the things that matter most."
"May your holiday season be merry, your eggnog be strong, and your relatives' questions about your personal life be minimal. Merry Christmas!"
"This time of year always makes me think about the people I am most grateful for, and you are at the top of that list. Merry Christmas with all my love."
"Another year of friendship in the books, and I would not trade it for anything. Here is to a Christmas full of good times and a new year of making even more memories together."
"The holidays are really about family, and ours is the best there is. Merry Christmas -- I love you all more than I can say."
"Merry Christmas! It has been a great year working with you, and I am looking forward to more in the new year. Enjoy the holidays and the well-deserved time off."
"May the true meaning of Christmas fill your heart with peace and your home with love. Wishing you a blessed and joyful holiday season."
"Thank you for everything you do. Wishing you a restful, joyful Christmas -- you have certainly earned it!"
"Wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday season filled with the people and moments that mean the most to you. Happy Holidays!"
Christmas Card Etiquette Tips
Personalize at least one line
Even if you are using the same base message for multiple cards, adding one personal sentence -- a reference to a shared memory, a specific wish for them -- makes a huge difference.
Be inclusive when unsure
If you are not sure what someone celebrates, 'Happy Holidays' and 'Season's Greetings' are warm and respectful alternatives to 'Merry Christmas.'
Include a return address
For printed cards, always include your return address. It helps people update their address books and is a nice touch of tradition.
Keep the family update positive
Holiday letters should focus on highlights and gratitude. Save the tough stuff for personal conversations, not mass mailings.
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