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Mother's Day

Top 30 Funny Things to Write in a Mother's Day Card

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Let's face it: Moms are the unsung heroes who wear capes made of patience and love. Mother's Day is that one special day to celebrate the ladies who put up with our shenanigans, from childhood tantrums to our adult "creative phases." If you're tired of the same old "Best Mom Ever" messages, why not sprinkle a bit of humor this year? Laughter is, after all, the best gift you can give (besides, maybe, a day off). So, get ready to make your favorite ladies chuckle, giggle, or even snort with laughter with these 30 funny messages. And hey, why not add a funny card from HappyTreeCards.com to seal the deal?

What makes a Mother's Day card stand out?

Simply put, it's all about hitting the right note of warmth, love, and a tiny pinch of humor. Imagine opening a card expecting the usual sweet nothings and being greeted by a message that actually makes you laugh out loud. That's gold.

Here are some Mother's Day messages you can send to a special Mother in your life. When in doubt, add a little humor to your Mother's Day message.

For Your Mother

  • Mom, I owe you so much. Like, literally. I owe you. Let’s not put a number on it.

  • Thanks for not telling my siblings I’m your favorite. Your secret’s safe with me!

  • Remember when I was a teenager and you would tell me I’d understand one day? Well, that day has not come yet.

  • Happy Mother’s Day from your favorite financial burden.

  • Thanks for the genes that gave me these crazy good looks. Sorry about the laundry though.

For Your Wife

  • Happy Mother’s Day to an amazing wife and mother! How do we put up with each other?

  • To my other half, thanks for being the chaos coordinator of our family.

  • You’re an unbelievable mom mostly because you have to deal with me and our circus.

  • I love you more than you love sleep, and I know how much you miss it.

  • For Mother's Day, I promise to keep our little monsters away for at least two hours.

For Your Daughter

  • To my daughter, who’s an incredible mom. Yes, I’m still surprised too!

  • Happy Mother’s Day! Remember, if it weren't for me, you wouldn't be celebrating today. You’re welcome.

  • Proud to see you handle motherhood like a boss. And by boss, I mean someone who's tired all the time.

  • You're doing a grape job raisin your kids.

  • Being a mom is like a walk in the park. Jurassic Park. You're nailing it!

For Your Sister

  • To my sis, who's a fantastic mom, remember when we were kids and we thought we’d have it all together by now? Yeah… about that.

  • Happy Mother’s Day! Just think, if parenting is a circus, consider yourself the ringmaster.

  • Thanks for showing me what patience looks like. I mean, you deal with me and your kids.

  • Here’s to staying up late, drinking wine, and pretending we have solutions to our kids' problems.

  • To the best sister and mom: May your coffee be stronger than your toddler.

For Your Grandmother

  • Happy Mother’s Day! Thanks for not judging us all too hard. We know it’s tempting.

  • To Grandma, with love. Thanks for being our favorite spoiler and secret keeper.

  • Roses are red, violets are blue, out of all the Grandmas, my kids got the best one in you.

  • Thanks for being the family’s Google for all things cooking and wisdom.

  • Who needs superheroes when I have a Grandma like you?

For Your Friend

  • To my friend on Mother’s Day: Remember when we thought wine was for special occasions? LOL.

  • Here’s to surviving another year of motherhood without getting fined or arrested!

  • Happy Mother’s Day to someone who knows the true meaning of 'TGIF' is kids going to bed early.

  • You're an amazing mom; I mean, your kids are still alive.

  • Thanks for being the one I can talk to about poop without it being weird.

Still can't find the perfect message? Check out our collection of guide to what to write in a Mother's Day card.

Remember, Mother's Day is all about making that fantastic lady in your life feel appreciated, loved, and yes, even a little amused. So, grab a pen, pick a message, and let the laughter roll this Mother's Day. And don't forget to check out HappyTreeCards.com for cards that pair perfectly with your witty messages!

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