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Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day

Celebration

Celebration

Annually, on July 17th.

Notes

Notes

Why send an e-card when you could embark on the grand adventure of greeting card shopping? Picture this: you walk to the store, spend 30 minutes wading through rows of cards, each more glittery than the last, trying to find one that isn't too cheesy but also not too serious. Then you buy it, sign it with your best "I care" handwriting, lick a stamp (yum), and drop it in the mail. Three days later, your recipient gets it, marvels at the effort, and promptly forgets it in a drawer. Meanwhile, with an e-card, you click a few buttons and boom—instant joy, no glitter cleanup required. It's the thought that counts, right? And sometimes, the thought is "Let's skip the hassle and make them smile in seconds!"

Unleash creativity and humor by sending e-cards that spread smiles and good vibes.

Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day
Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day
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Click, Send, and Celebrate!

July 17th marks a day for the digitally savvy, the environmentally conscious, and anyone with a sense of humor – Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day! It’s the day dedicated to spreading smiles, gratitude, and good vibes with just a few clicks. Whether you’re tech-savvy or just love making people smile, this is your day to unleash some e-cards and remind friends and family that you’re thinking of them—even if it's via pixels and puns.

The Evolution of Greeting Cards

Remember the days when you’d roam a card shop for hours, scouring through rows of paper greetings to find just the right one? Classic greeting cards came with glitter explosions, lengthy poetry (some good, some questionable), and the ever-present hope that it wouldn’t arrive too late or with a bent corner. And the postage? Let’s just say stamps were required, and so was a healthy dose of patience.

Sending an Electronic Greeting Card is easy.Then came the dawn of the digital age. In 1994, MIT Media Lab’s Judith Donath invented the first-ever e-card, revolutionizing the greeting industry. What began as simple animations and chirpy music soon blossomed into a full-fledged e-card phenomenon. Today, e-cards are as creative as ever, offering everything from interactive animations to videos that rival mini-movies, giving everyone a chance to show off their love—or their humor—in digital form.

Why Choose E-Cards? The Digital Age Has Its Perks!

Why ditch paper cards for e-cards? Let’s count the ways. First, there’s the environmental factor: no trees are harmed in the creation of e-cards. And let’s be honest, no one has to scrape glitter off their floor for days afterward. Plus, e-cards eliminate postage woes, saving time, money, and trips to the post office.

But the perks don’t stop there. E-cards offer personalization like never before—you can add photos, your own music, even personal voice messages to take it up a notch. And with endless themes available, you’ll find an e-card for every occasion, mood, and sense of humor, from heartfelt to downright goofy. Want to send a birthday card from a winking llama? Or maybe a “thank you” from a dancing cactus? If you can dream it, there’s probably an e-card for it.

The Art of Sending the Perfect E-Card

Crafting an unforgettable e-card may be digital, but it’s still an art form. Here’s how to elevate your e-card game and make sure your recipient clicks with joy:

  1. Know Your Audience: Consider your recipient’s tastes. If they’re a dog lover, send a card with an adorable pup. If they love puns, don’t hold back—find that card with a perfect “punny” message!

  2. Get Personal: Add inside jokes, a photo, or a message that’s just for them. The more personal, the better—an e-card with a sprinkle of personalization shows you really care.

  3. Timing Matters: In the world of e-cards, timing can make a big difference. Send a birthday card at midnight, or a holiday card a couple of days before the big day. A digital message timed just right makes it all the more meaningful.

  4. Keep It Light and Fun: Humor is the heart of e-cards. Don’t shy away from adding a funny GIF, an amusing meme, or even a ridiculous dad joke to keep things lively.

Fun Facts About E-Cards

Here are some fun facts to make your e-card knowledge extra impressive:

  • The Busiest Day for E-Cards: Christmas wins by a landslide, with millions of digital greetings sent around the world. Birthday e-cards, however, are a close second, thanks to people wanting to make their birthday wishes instant and Instagrammable.

  • E-Card Generators with a Twist: Some sites now offer e-card generators that use AI to craft your message based on the recipient’s personality. (Although, fair warning, the AI can get surprisingly sappy!)

  • Flashy Beginnings: In the early days of the internet, many e-cards featured Flash animation, meaning they were known for their quirky, sometimes clunky graphics. Those Flash cards may be a thing of the past, but they were a stepping stone to the modern, sleek e-cards we enjoy today.

Grandma receiving an E-Card on her computer.

Celebrating Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day

How to celebrate this wonderfully digital day? Start by thinking of friends, family, colleagues, or even your local barista who always nails your coffee order. E-cards let you send a quick “thank you” or “thinking of you” to anyone you appreciate, with no postage required!

This is also a great day to explore new e-card platforms. JibJab lets you add your face to dancing characters, Paperless Post offers stylish and customizable designs, and Blue Mountain has every theme under the sun. Many platforms even let you schedule cards in advance, so you can ensure you’re always on top of birthdays, anniversaries, or random cheer-up messages.

If you’re feeling adventurous, try creating a completely custom card, adding photos, GIFs, and even your voice to make it a unique, personalized experience. And remember, sending an e-card can be just as fun for you as it is for the recipient—after all, you get to be creative, silly, and maybe a little sappy without ever leaving your couch.

The Humor that Keeps on Giving

The beauty of e-cards is their natural humor. What other medium lets you send a dancing pickle to your mom or a penguin singing “Happy Birthday” to your coworker? E-cards embrace their quirky side, offering jokes, puns, and animations that are sure to get a laugh.

Let’s face it: e-cards give you the freedom to be as corny as you want. Why did the digital greeting card break up with the envelope? Because it found an instant connection! Or how about, why are e-cards so special? Because they’re sent with bytes of love. E-cards make silly jokes not only acceptable but expected, turning even the cheesiest jokes into digital treasures.

Send an Electronic Greeting Card Day is about so much more than sending a message—it’s a fun, creative way to make connections, spark laughter, and remind people they’re on your mind. Whether you’re sending a heartwarming note to a friend, a joke to a coworker, or a “just because” message to brighten someone’s day, this holiday makes it as easy as a few clicks. So, embrace the humor, enjoy the creativity, and happy e-carding!

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