What to write in a Christmas card

No matter how many miles are between us, you're the first people I think of when the lights go up.

The phone calls, the casseroles, the times you showed up before anyone asked: thank you for all of it.

Mom and Dad, you made Christmas feel like magic when we were little. Being home with you still does.

We'll miss you at the table this year. Here's to all of us being together next Christmas.

Watching the kids grow up with you as their grandparents is a gift we never take for granted.

You were my first friend, and you're still the one I call first. Love you, sis.

New house, new traditions, same old us. Hope your first Christmas there is a cozy one.

Thanks for hosting again. We see how much work goes into making one day look easy.

Wherever we all end up, Christmas will always smell like your kitchen to me.

Love to every one of you, from the oldest to the newest and loudest.

You welcomed me into this family like I'd always been part of it. There's even a stocking with my name on it.

Late-night calls, bad movies and really good advice. You never ran out of any of them. Lucky me.

We said we'd see each other more this year. Next year we actually do it. Dinner's on me.

Here's to more road trips, worse karaoke and talks that go way past midnight.

Christmas doesn't really start until I've talked to you, time zones and all.

I hope your Christmas is as cozy as your couch on a Sunday, and just as hard to leave.

You've been my person through a lot of years now. Thank you for this one especially.

Cheers to the friend who remembers my coffee order and all my most embarrassing stories.

Friends who feel like home are rare. I'm keeping you.

In big ways and small ones, you keep showing up for me. I notice every single one.

Remember when we said this would be a quiet year? Here's to another loud one.

Thank you for making the hard weeks easier and the good weeks more fun.

Working next to you makes the job better. Get some rest, and I'll see you in January.

Thanks for answering my questions, covering my shifts and telling the worst jokes in the break room.

Good food, long naps and absolutely zero emails: that's my holiday wish for you.

Monday mornings are a lot better with you around. That's no small thing.

You helped me more than you probably remember. I remember every time. Thank you.

I hope your break is long enough to forget all your passwords. IT will understand.

To my favorite desk neighbor: enjoy the holidays. I'll guard the snack drawer while you're gone.

Glad we're on the same team. May next year bring fewer fire drills and longer lunches.

Hope your Christmas is slow and your inbox is empty when you get back.

You trusted us with work that mattered to you this year. We don't take that lightly. Thank you.

I'm grateful for your clear direction, your patience and the room you gave me to grow. Enjoy a well-earned rest.

Your team made even the tight deadlines feel doable. Here's to a restful break and a strong new year.

Thanks for backing my ideas, even the ones that needed a second draft. I learned from both kinds.

We're grateful you chose to work with us this year. Wishing you and your family a peaceful season.

You led with kindness in a busy year, and the whole team felt it. We're lucky to work for you.

Thank you for recommending us to your friends. They've become some of our favorite clients, just like you.

Few clients make work this easy. We hope your holidays go just as smoothly.

Everyone on our team worked with you this year, and all of us wanted to sign this card. Thank you for a great year.

This year was a lot. You were the part of it I'd keep.

You bring me coffee every morning before I'm awake enough to ask. Never stop. I love you.

Our first Christmas together, and I already know I want all the rest of them with you.

Another year of you stealing the blankets. I wouldn't trade it for anything.

My favorite part of Christmas is the quiet hour before everyone wakes up, when it's just us.

I'd choose you again. Every year, every Christmas, every ordinary Tuesday.

Through the hard parts, you still laughed at my jokes and held my hand. Thank you, love.

Still the person I most want to come home to, in December and all year round.

Long distance this year, but you're the first thing on my mind when I wake up. Counting the days until I'm with you.

I love the life we're building, even the years our tree leans to one side.

Grandma and Grandpa love you to pieces. Leave a carrot out for the reindeer from us!

Santa told me you've been working really hard at being kind this year. I noticed too.

You grew so much this year, and not just taller. We're proud of the person you're becoming.

Hope your stocking is full, your cocoa is hot and your bedtime is extra late.

We can't wait to see your face on Christmas morning, little one. It's the best part of the whole day.

I loved watching you try new things, even the scary ones. That took real courage.

Better get to bed early. I hear Santa is running right on time this year.

Save me a spot on the sled. I'm faster than I look!

Your drawing is on our fridge, right where everyone can see it. Will you make us another one?

Go ahead and roll your eyes at this card. We still love you more than anything, and you still owe us a hug.

The peace of Christ to you and yours, this Christmas and on the gray January days after it.

Heaven came down to a stable in Bethlehem, and hope came with it. Wishing you that hope all season long.

Grateful for a God who came close, and for friends like you who make Him easy to see.

It started with a baby in a manger, and it changed everything. So glad to celebrate Him with you.

Emmanuel, God with us. Praying you feel Him that close this Christmas.

Sitting beside you in church this year has been a gift. Thank you for sharing your faith with me.

Christ came quietly, at night, to ordinary people. He still meets us right where we are.

Our family is giving thanks for the birth of our Savior, and for you.

The angels told the shepherds not to be afraid. That's my prayer for you this Christmas.

No darkness can put out the light that came at Christmas. Holding on to that with you.

May your cookies stay soft, your lights untangle on the first try and your Wi-Fi reach the guest room.

This card comes with a free pass to skip the matching pajama photo. Just kidding. Mom says you're in.

To the hero of the family group chat: 400 photos of the dog is not enough. Keep them coming.

I tried to bake you cookies. The smoke alarm has asked me to send this card instead. Love you.

Official notice: you are on the nice list. I checked twice. You're welcome.

I'm eating all the fudge now so it can't ruin my resolutions in January. Very responsible of me.

Hope you get everything on your list, and that none of it says Some Assembly Required.

Sending love and my sincere apologies for last year's ugly sweater. This year's is worse.

If you need me, I'll be on the couch until about January 2nd. Have a lazy, wonderful Christmas.

I'd say my shopping is done, but we both know I'll be at the store on the 24th. Love you!

Glad you're in my corner.

Here's to slow mornings and good coffee.

Put your feet up. You've earned it.

Cozy socks, warm drinks, good people.

Thanks for being a great neighbor.

Love you more than leftover pie.

From our crowded table to yours.

Wishing you a Christmas full of small joys.

You make Christmas feel like Christmas.

So glad our paths crossed this year.

The first Christmas without someone you love is so hard. I'm here, and I'm remembering them too.

No need to feel festive or write back. This card just comes with my love.

However you get through these weeks is the right way. I'm a phone call away, any hour.

I know this year has been heavy. You don't have to carry it alone.

Sending you a little light for the dark days, and a hug I wish I could give in person.

Rooting for you, now and in the new year. Rest when you can, and let people help.

Losing your job this close to Christmas is rotten timing, and I'm so sorry. You were good at it, and that hasn't changed.

Your mom's laugh is part of every Christmas I remember. I'm missing her right along with you.

If the holidays feel like too much, skip what you need to. The people who love you will understand.

I'll bring soup, walk the dog or just sit with you. Whatever helps, the offer stands.