The countdown has officially begun. Your bestie ās birthday is coming up and I assume you're already on a hunt for some best friend gift ideas. Well, let me tell you one thing; the best gift you can give to your loved one on their special day is a love letter written deep down from your heart.
However, I know that most of us aren't that good with words and expressing our feelings on a piece of paper, that's why I've come up with a sample birthday letter for a best friend.
Today is your day, but I also have a reason to celebrate. Today is the day my soul sister, my biggest strength, my shoulder to cry on, and my missing piece of the puzzle was brought into this world. Today is your birthday.
Even though I donāt need a special occasion like this to realize that I couldnāt imagine my life without you in it, this is the day that I simply have to tell you how much you mean to me.
And that is exactly why I am writing this birthday letter to you ā to wish you all the best and remind you that I love you, even though I donāt say it as often as I should.
Today is the day I think about all of our memories, all the milestones and obstacles we defeated together, and all the happy and sad moments we have gone through side by side.
I remember our late-night phone calls, all of our drunk parties, all of our serious talks, and all the fun weāve had through the years. I remember the day I met you and the day my life changed for the better.
They say that everyone enters our lives for a reason. And since I met you, Iāve realized that this is nothing but the truth. Because fate had to have a reason to send you to me when I needed you the most.
From day one, youāve acted like my big sister and I had no choice but to let you in. You took care of me and you pushed me forward.
Before I knew it, you became my biggest source of inspiration and the only person who believed in me, even in the situations when everyone else was ready to give up.
The person who saw the good in me when I was at rock bottom and the one who had faith that I was destined for great things.
But at the same time, you were the only one who was always honest with me and the only one who made sure I faced the truth, no matter how harsh it was.
The only one who pointed out my mistakes to me and the one who never hesitated to give me positive criticism.
College has and never will be easy but the friends you make in college make it bearable, memorable and one hundred times worth it. The time you spend in college is meant to be a few of the best years of your life. Friends that you make in those few years are what make it the best. That experience becomes even better when you find your college best friend.
So here's to you, my college best friend,
Thank you. Thank you for being you. Thank you for being there in the exact moment I needed you to enter my life. Thank you for taking a chance on me and sharing your college experience. Thank you for having my back and for holding my hand through the hard times. Thank you.
College was something new. I moved far from home and didn't know a single person. I went through the motions and did the freshman activities you're supposed to do to make friends. It scared me when those activities produced nothing but phone numbers of people who I'd never talk to again. It was scary to sit alone in lecture halls hoping that someone else would have the courage to say hello. I was scared that maybe, for the first time in my life, I wasn't going to make any life-long friends.
I had heard the horror stories of the terrible roommates that you were sure would kill you in your sleep, or the friends that only last a term. I still had hope though. I hoped that those stories of finding your life-long best friend would be my own stories one day.
And then I met you.
I wouldn't say that I found you or that you found me. I'd like to think that we found each other and that circumstances pushed us together at the perfect moment, even though it wasn't that first year. I know that when I look back on those first moments when we were just starting to get to know each other I don't think I really knew how far we'd come. I think I felt like I was just meeting another college student and that the only thing we had in common was that we were in the same club, class, major or student job.
I didn't think that there was so much more to connect our lives. We bonded when we finally took the time to get to know each other. That's what really started this friendship. It wasn't long after that day that I think we both realized that we were going to be great friends. We were going to be those college best friends that toughed it out when life got hard, stood tall when others tried to bring us down and celebrated the minor achievements, called each other at two in the morning to talk about our night out.
We became each other's person (and we bonded over the fact that we both knew what āmy personā meant.) We became study buddies, lunch date partners, bar hoppers, sleepover sisters, co-pilots and each other's home away from home. We made sure we had each other's backs and we promised to be there for one another through thick and thin. I wouldn't be surprised if some of our other mutual friends thought we were annoying too, but we wouldn't have cared anyway.
I hope to hold on to the memories that we made and never forget all the laughter, the late nights, the shenanigans. I wish I had met you sooner so there was even more of those memories. College would not have been the same without you. I'm not sure I would have survived those upper division classes or 2am frustrations without you. I can't imagine how different my college experience would have been if I hadn't met you.
Even though it took some time and a lot of sifting through the bullshit, I got that great college experience I'd been told stories about. A large part of that great experience was because of you. I cannot thank you enough for your friendship.
I'm so thankful to have had you by my side for those college years. And now to have you as a life-long friend. Even though we've gone our separate directions since graduation, we will always find a way to stay connected. The Snapchats, the phone calls and the Facetime sessions keep us together even though we are hundreds of miles a part. So here's to you, my college best friend and to all our future adventures.
I will forever be thankful to have you by my side and to have made so many wonderful memories with you.
All my love,
Your college best friend
P.S. Happy Birthday.
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Your best friend is one of the most significant people in your life.
Remind her of that by sending her a note with some words that show how you feel.
She will greatly appreciate the sentiment.
You may even start a new trend.
The two of you could start trading best friend letters monthly or weekly.
It's a beautiful habit that will be meaningful for you both.
ā¢ How Do I Write a Letter to My Best Friend?
ā¢ Letter to My Best Friend: 35 Sample Letters for All Occasions
ā¢ Open Letter to My Best Friend
ā¢ Sweet Letter to My Best Friend
ā¢ Letter to My Best Friend on Her Birthday
ā¢ Letter to My Best Friend on Her Wedding Day
ā¢ A Letter to My Best Friend That I Miss
ā¢ Emotional Letter to Best Friend to Make Her Cry
How Do I Write a Letter to My Best Friend?
Not everyone finds it easy to bare their souls with the written word.
Choose one of these best friend letters to inspire you to express the sentiments you feel.
You can change the words up as needed or copy them as is.
An even better choice is to write them on a lovely notecard. You can buy note cards or make one yourself!
Make a notecard with cardstock decorated with stamps, special photos, or drawings.
The more personalized, the better. Just remember, before writing the letter, there are a few things to consider:
ā¢ Why are you writing the letter?
ā¢ Does your friend prefer humor or sentimentalism?
ā¢ What are your friend's emotional needs?
ā¢ What feelings do you want to convey?
ā¢ How do you hope your friend responds?
ā¢ How much time can you devote to this letter?
ā¢ Is this a habit you want to repeat?
Letter to My Best Friend: 35 Sample Letters for All Occasions
Writing a letter to a good friend can be a challenge.
These sample letters will help you say the things you already feel.
Don't think you have to use the exact language in each of these letters.
Add to them, personalize them or give them a splash of your own humor to truly show your best friend how much she means to you.
Open Letter to My Best Friend
Be open and honest with your best friend by telling her exactly how you feel.
1. Because we share a special bond
From the first time we met, there was something between us that is almost indescribable. I know that you will always be a part of my life, and I am so thankful for the bond we share. I am grateful for you and everything we have experienced together.
2. Thank you for being there
You have always been there for me. I know I can count on you no matter what I need. Whether I ask for a cup of sugar or a shoulder to lean on, you are my rock. Thank you for being there for me.
3. To the friend who deserves everything
I just want you to know that I think you deserve the world. You are one of the kindest, most caring people I have ever met. You give of yourself without expecting anything in return. I hope you recognize how amazing you are.
4. To my rock
Do you know that you are the one person in this world who I turn to when times are rough? I know you will always support me. When the world is crashing around me, you'll be there to build me back up again. Thank you for your friendship and love.
5. For my platonic soulmate
I never believed in soulmates before I met you. Our connection is so deep that I know it must have been forged from above. You are my best friend, my closest confidant, and my platonic soulmate. I am forever grateful to the universe for ensuring we would be friends.
6. To my defender
You are not the type of person who offers silent support. You are a harsh defender who is always there for me no matter what. Thank you for having my back.
Sweet Letter to My Best Friend
Make her day with a sweet letter that reminds her how much you care.
7. To the friend who brightens every room
Everyone looks when you walk into the room. Your smile, laugh, and the way you carry yourself give every environment a sudden lift. I love that you are my best friend, so I can share in your radiant glow.
8. To the effortless friend
One of the most incredible things about you is that you don't have to try to be so amazing. It's just the way you are built. While the rest of us try to be half the friend you are, you naturally come by your friendliness and generosity.
9. To the friend who doesn't need the spotlight
Most people with the talent and gifts you have would always try to be the center of attention. That's not who you are.
You uplift others with your creativity and grace, allowing everyone around you to shine when it is really you who is the most brilliant star of all.
10. To a magnetic personality
The first time I met you, I knew I wanted to be around you. I was drawn to you, like so many people are.
Your personality shines through your eyes, your winning smile, and your gleeful laugh.
11. To the optimist
You don't just see the glass as half full; you see the potential for the rest of the glass. Your optimism is refreshing, beautiful, and contagious. Thank you for sharing your positive attitude with me.
12. To the person I don't deserve
You are amazing. You are thoughtful, kind, funny, smart, and all of the things that make the perfect best friends. I know there is no way I deserve you, but I am glad you haven't realized that yet! Hopefully, you never will.
Letter to My Best Friend on Her Birthday
Your best friend deserves more than a social media happy birthday greeting. Give her a short letter instead!
13. Happy birthday to an uplifting personality
You spend every day making people around you feel special and important. Today is the day that you need to remember that you are the most extraordinary and most important person in the world to me. Happy Birthday to my best friend.
14. Happy birthday to my BFF
You are my best friend and the one I know I couldn't live without. On this day especially, I want you to know how much you mean to me. Happy birthday.
15. Happy birthday to the most fun person I know
We have built so many fun memories that I don't know where to start. I have never had more fun with anyone than I have with you. Here's to many more years of fun! Happy birthday!
16. Happy birthday to a unique person
Happy birthday to the most genuine and unique person I have ever met. You don't need to pretend to be something you aren't because the person you are is so amazing!
17. Birthday wishes for someone loved by many
There aren't very many people in this world who are born with the potential for greatness and who are loved by all. I am lucky to have you in my life and grateful you were born. Happy Birthday my dearest of all friends.
18. Funny happy birthday greeting
We have spent so many birthdays together and have overdone it far too many times. This year, let's make sure we keep our diet balanced. How about a piece of birthday cake in each hand with a cocktail balanced on our heads!
Letter to My Best Friend on Her Wedding Day
Your best friend's wedding day is a day to celebrate. These letters will start the day off right!
19. Celebrating her wedding
Today is the happiest day of your life. I am honored to be a part of it. You will have a wonderful life with your new husband, and I can't wait to see what amazing things the two of you accomplish together.
20. To the beautiful bride
You are always beautiful, inside and out. Today, you look even more spectacular because you glow with happiness as a new bride. May that happiness stay with you forever.
21. Our friendship will continue
People say that friendships change after marriage. I don't see ours changing but rather growing. You will always be my best friend, and knowing youāve found the love of your life fills me with joy.
22. Wishes for eternal happiness
It is your wedding day, and you should be nothing but happy on this momentous day. You deserve this day to be the happiest of your life ā until tomorrow, and then the day after that, the day after that, and every day.
23. To the perfect bride
You aren't just the perfect bride; you are the perfect friend. I have no doubt that you and your new husband will be perfectly happy together, even through the ups and downs of life.
24. To the bride from her maid of honor
I have a feeling that the reason it is called āmaid of honorā is because it is such an unbelievable honor to be standing by your side. It is the most incredible honor to be standing next to you on your special day.
A Letter to My Best Friend That I Miss
Sometimes friends can't be near each other. Let her know you miss her with these sweet greetings.
25. I miss my ray of sunshine
You have always been the brightest part of my life. I miss seeing you and feeling your warmth of spirit. I canāt wait to see you again so you can shine some of your light on me.
26. Missing your kindness
What I have always admired most about you is your extraordinary capacity for kindness. I miss
the generosity I have always felt from my best friend. You have made me want to be a better person and a caring friend to you.
27. Staying close while apart
I miss you, but I am so glad we can stay close even when we're physically apart. Every text I get from you reminds me why you're my best friend.
Even though we donāt see each other as often as we once did, I know you, and I will always be as close as sisters.
28. I miss laughing with you
Do you remember how many times we laughed until we cried? Sometimes, I miss those days so much that I cry until I start laughing at the irony of it all. I hope we can relive some of those best-friend moments again soon!
29. Being apart is hard
I worry about who I am without you. I'm not as happy or as strong without my best friend. I have to draw on the strength you've given me throughout our friendship and count down the days until we can hang out again.
30. I miss you
It's almost as easy to miss you as love you. Being so far away from my best friend doesn't seem fair. Just know that even when we're not near each other, I remember all of the fun times we've shared, and Iām looking forward to having more in the future!
Emotional Letter to Best Friend to Make Her Cry
It's not that you want her to cry; it's just that sometimes your love for each other brings out big, tearful emotions.
31. To the person who doesn't realize her own worth
Why are you my best friend? That's not something I ever have to ask. You are smart, funny, loving, interesting, supportive, and all-around amazing.
You never put yourself first. You are there for me and everyone else who needs you. I thank my lucky stars every night that you are my best friend.
32. Unconditional love
The unconditional love for a best friend is so rare that most people can't believe it could be real. I know it is real because I feel unconditional love from you and for you. For the rest of my life, you will always be one of my favorite people.
33. You have never let me down
Throughout all the years that I have known you, you have never let me down. You have guided me, supported me, laughed, and cried with me. Being your best friend is the best thing that could have ever happened to me.
34. To everyone's friend
One of the best things about you is how everyone considers you a friend. I take pride in knowing that my best friend is so well-liked and highly regarded by everyone I know.
You touch the lives of the people you meet, which makes me honored to be your friend.
35. You make me a better person
When you want to show your friend how much you love them, A short letter for a best friend is the way to go! Itās a keepsake your friend will cherish forever.