Age is just a number – nobody tells you that more than someone who has reached their 80th birthday. Honor their lives and experiences by writing them a funny thank you note. Here are some ideas of things you might include in your email.
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#1 I don’t know if turning 80 years old has changed anything about you, but one thing is for sure. You have definitely grown a lot wiser with time and experience! Happy 80th birthday to the most humble person I know in this world.
#2 Turning 80 is a huge milestone for any one person. It doesn’t matter how many times you have done it, because this time you are doing it at the age of 80. Happy birthday to an amazing human being!
#3 The world is a better place simply by having people like you in it. You add much warmth and depth to our lives, no matter what kind of day we are facing. Thank you for everything! Happy birthday, dear friend!
#4 Today I wish someone who has contributed so much to my life only the best. May all your hard work bring happiness into your life today and always! We love you very much, happy birthday!
#5 For months now we’ve been discussing your special day but we never thought about whether or not it would actually come true. Now that it has, let’s throw the best party ever! We won’t stop until we find those dancing grannies you mentioned. Happy birthday!
#6 You’re now 80 and I still think of you as my older, wiser brother. You were 19 when I was born and I remember the love and guidance that you showed me over the years. Your fight against cancer is truly amazing; we hope that it ends up having a happy ending like every other battle in your life. Happy birthday!
#7 Happy birthday to someone who really deserves this special day, not just because he turned 80 but also because he has been such an important part of our lives so far! You are always welcome to borrow money from us if yours ever runs out – we know how expensive all these doctors can be, trust me. We all love you, happy birthday!
#8 This is my friend who is already 80 today. I know, this sounds like one of the oldest friendships ever but it does exist! You’ve seen me grow up and you used to make fun of my clothes. But now it’s my time to return the favor. Happy birthday, old friend!
#9 Live long and prosper (at least that’s what Spock said when he turned 80). May your life continue in peace and may happiness find you wherever you go. I hope your next years will bring you nothing but joy, happiness, and more amazing adventures than you can count. Happy birthday!
#10 You know what they say – after 40 the numbers don’t really matter anymore. So here’s wishing you all the best on your special day. Happy birthday!
#11 Don’t be surprised if we all throw you a surprise party. You know why? Because surprises are what we do best! The thing is: we never knew how to give anything else than surprises up until now, which is why it would be really nice of you to let us pull this one off. It wouldn’t exactly be fair otherwise, would it? So please let me keep my surprise-giving title and happy birthday!
#12 We could think about your age and say that 80 years seems like such a long time. Or we could think the opposite – I’ve been alive for half as much as you have, so I still have a pretty looooong way ahead of me. I wish that you stay healthy and happy for as long as possible! Happy birthday to a wonderful person!
#13 You’re an important part of my life. Even if we haven’t met since the beginning, I still know you very well because I appreciate all of your actions and words. You always mean what you say and do and that matters a lot. Please keep inspiring me like this – I want to be like you when I grow up (…which might not happen anytime soon). Happy birthday!
#14 I hope you don’t mind if I suck up to you today because on your special day, I just cannot resist saying how wonderful an individual that you are. You deserve every moment of celebration on your 80th year of age. Happy birthday to a person who deserves all the love in the world.
#15 I bet you still think that 80 is just a perfect age for retirement. Think again, my friend! You still have a few more decades to go before you can call it quits. And if you’re not retired now, I hope that nothing will happen until you retire from being awesome at 100. Happy birthday!
#16 Happy birthday to someone who has a lot of years ahead of her and behind her, but everything about it makes her so special! Have an amazing day filled with friends, family and all those other things worth celebrating today!
#17 You can never be too old to learn something new. So, I wish that you continue learning things and having fun every day of your life. And hey, don’t forget about me when you get famous! Happy birthday!
#18 You’re 80 now, but the moment I heard that news, it felt like yesterday. You are still young in my heart. Happy birthday!
#19 Time does fly. In fact, it flies faster than you think. I remember when you were turning 50 just a couple years ago and now here we are at 80! If this doesn’t motivate us to live our lives to the fullest, then what will? Happy birthday!
#20 You’re 80 today! You must be dead tired from partying all night long… Just kidding. Many people say that age is nothing but a number, but not in your case. For me, age has never been more real and impressive as it is right now with you. Happy birthday!
#21 I don’t know about common knowledge but this definitely qualifies as unique knowledge: I’m going to have a birthday next year and you’re going to be 81! Also congratulations on being one year closer to death! Happy 80th birthday.
#22 I can feel the wisdom in your age just by looking at you. You know a lot about life, the universe, and everything – but don’t worry, those are not tests. Cheers to many more years! Happy birthday!
#23 In this world there is nothing as unique as you are because it seems that no-one has ever been 80 before. So happy first time everyone! May you live forever may you never die… until they invent medicine that can make people immortal anyway. Happy birthday!
#24 80 years old already?! Oh, man… It seems so unfair for someone so young looking to have an age older than Noah’s ark. But all kidding aside, congratulations on being another year closer to living on the sun. Happy birthday!
#25 You had me at 50, but you’ve amazed me with this next act of yours which is 80! I know it must be hard for you to keep up with all those years, so let me help you out a bit: 1933 – 1943 – 1953 – 1963 – 1973… Ready? Go! Have an amazing birthday dearie, and thanks for everything.
#26 80 years old? Are there any other reasons why I should really make a wish right now? It’s a sure thing that you’re going to live through another year. May your life be as long as an 80-year plan will take to end! Congratulations on reaching such an important milestone in your life! You’ve got this!!!
#27 My dear friend: let me be the first one to boldly ask: do you know how many candles there are on your cake? No? Well… let’s go counting! By the time we’re done, you might forget about your age. Happy birthday!
#28 You are like a cave filled with treasures. No matter how many times I visit you I always grab something new that catches my interest and makes me smile. On this special day, all I want to say is that you hold a very special place in my heart. And not just because of your cute collection of teacups – by the way, where did you get them? Happy 80th birthday!
#29 I’m not one for big parties and stuff like that, but I do appreciate it when you invite me to one! You were such an important person in my life growing up; I only wish the best for you. Stay young at heart and enjoy your birthday!
#30 Walking on water will be no problem soon. Just kidding, of course. But hey, 80 years of experience must be good for something! Take care and have a great day with your friends and family. Happy birthday!
#31 You deserve all of the cake and presents on this earth, because you got so many things right over the course of your long life. Enjoy yourself today and get ready for more happy years ahead! Happy birthday.
#32 80 is just a number, but it also means that you’re allowed to say whatever you want now. And I really hope that this will include saying “I Love You!” – to all your friends and family, of course. Enjoy your special day!
#33 You were born in the 1920s; we remember these years as a time of cinematic marvel and adventure. But even better than what you see on the movie screen is the person who came out of there: YOU! Happy birthday and congratulations for surviving so much!
#34 Happy 80th birthday to someone who has survived wars, economic crises, presidential elections… just about everything. You must be truly blessed with good luck and wonderful genes to have reached such an age without any real problems. Stay young and healthy!
#35 I could say a lot about you, but I’ll try to keep it short. You’re old. That makes me feel young. Happy birthday! It’s your birthday and the only thing I want for you is health and happiness! Happy 80th birthday to someone who still has a long way ahead of them.
#36 You have been an inspiration throughout my life, because you taught me that age should never hold us back from doing what we love or from achieving our dreams in general. Thank you so much and happy birthday!
#37 I hope that when you turn 80, you’ll be surrounded by a wonderful family and a few very cute puppies in a brand new backyard. If it’s not too much to ask for, I wish that there were some really sunny days on your birthday. It would be amazing! Happy birthday.
#38 May this year of your life bring with it many things you have been longing for. May the next 80 years see the fulfilment of all your wishes and desires, may happiness follow you wherever you go,may good health keep your body strong and renewed just like the beautiful flowers blooming from spring till winter! Happy Birthday!
#39 You know nothing can hold you back now because…you turned 80!!! There is no stopping a woman as powerful as you, so what are you waiting for? Get out there and live your life to the fullest!!! Happy birthday.
#40 I can’t believe that 80 years have gone by since I first met you! It feels like yesterday we were kids playing in the park, and now we’re adults celebrating your birthday. Keep looking forward to all of life’s surprises. Have a fantastic day today! Happy 80th birthday!
#41 You’ve been such an inspiration to me throughout my whole life. Thank you for never giving up no matter how hard things got, because you taught me what it meant not to give up on myself or my dreams. You push through anything that gets in your way with strength and tenacity. Happy birthday, and may this year bring you everything you have ever hoped for!
#42 I hope that today is a day filled with all the love from your friends and family. It’s also a day to celebrate how much wisdom you have accumulated in your 80 years of living, so please share it with us if you can! I wish that every year brings happiness closer to your door step. Happy birthday!
#43 You know what they call me? Old Man River because even though I’m only 48, I still think about turning 80 just like you do. May every second together be happy ones! Enjoy yourself at your party and make sure everyone knows how important they are to you by giving them hugs and kisses (not in a creepy way). Happy birthday!
#44 I wish for you a day filled with happiness and laughter. I hope that 80 years from now, we can all stand together to congratulate another wonderful soul celebrating their anniversary. May the best version of yourself be waiting for you at the end of each day, and may each year bring you closer to your dreams! Happy birthday.
#45 You’re probably asking yourself “how did it get so old so soon?” Well, don’t worry about it. The time has come to let go of the past and look forward to what lies ahead in these next few decades of your life. Enjoy your special day! Today is a new opportunity for you to start making all the plans you haven’t been able to make. Happy 80th birthday!
#46 I can’t believe that the world is filled with women like you, who are 80 years old and still up for any adventure which they set their minds to. How incredible are you? You amaze me every day I know you, so keep doing what you love. Happy birthday!
#47 I don’t know how you do it, but all the pictures in the world prove that you look way younger than 80 years old. Watching your energy makes me feel like there is still hope for this place. Happy birthday, I really wish that every year is as amazing as this one!
#48 Your smiles after each decade are proof that life rewards those who move forward no matter what obstacles they face along the way. Thank God for blessing me with a loving family because if it wasn’t for them, I would never be able to celebrate you for this special day. Happy birthday!
#49 We are all so grateful that God decided to bless us with your life, you bring joy to everyone around you. Even though 80 years is a lot of time it’s not enough to describe how kind and loving you are. I hope that all your dreams come true! Happy birthday!
#50 Thank God for making this world beautiful because He knows that only the most majestic souls would be able to live in something so charming. Only few people can be compared to you when it comes to patience, kindness, wisdom and love. May every year be as amazing as the one behind you! Happy 80th birthday!
#51 When it comes to celebrating important events in our lives, friends are family too. I hope that you feel all the love and support coming from our side because we would do anything to see you happier than ever. Happy birthday!
#52 I remember when we were young and we thought 30 was so old, but now we both know better. While we grew older together we grew closer too. Happy 80th birthday to a friend who is always there whenever I need them!
#53 For many years you’ve been proof that patience pays off in the end because it’s only thanks to your wisdom that I can experience certain things for myself without having to go through them first-hand. May every day be as amazing as this one! Happy birthday!