I want you to know how much I appreciate you as my friend and that I respect your honesty and simplicity. I wish you a very happy birthday!

Now you’re an adult. Please grow up, but never grow old. Please.

Happy birthday! Best wishes for your 18th!

Happy 18th birthday to one of my dearest friends! Today is surely a day to celebrate!

Happy birthday to one of the coolest people I know!

You caused so much mischief as a child, I’m scared to see what you’re going to do as an adult.

I like so many things about you, they won’t all fit in this card. Just know that I wish you a very happy birthday!

You are sweet, beautiful, and kind. On your birthday, I hope you stay well.

The more you give, the more you get. Remember that I’ve given you a lot over the years.

The world changed when you came into it. As you grow up, I hope you continue to make it a better and happier place.

Though part of me is sad to see you grow up, I’m also excited to see the woman that you’ve become. We are proud of you.

Even though you may have fewer chances to play dress up, I hope you’ll never stop playing.

You were adorable as a child, and you are beautiful as a woman. But the best part is who you are on the inside.

Our affection for you grows day by day. Enjoy your 18th birthday, sweetheart!

Every day I thank God for you. Now that my little girl is turning 18, it’s hard to know where the years went, but I know that the best is yet to come.

Happy birthday, dearest daughter. Surprising though it might seem, you are and always have been a gift from heaven.

We always told you to be careful and you never listened. I’m looking forward to many more years of ignored advice.

Congratulations on turning 16. Your car insurance company will view you as a 0 year old driver. Make sure you wear your diaper… I mean seat belt.

The law might say you are old enough to drive, but I know you are really just a 10-year-old with 6 years of experience. 10-year-olds shouldn’t be driving.