The Best "Happy 1-Year Anniversary" Messages

Celebrating a year of marriage (or dating) is an exciting milestone for many couples. Whether you’re celebrating your own anniversary or sending congratulations to another couple, writing a heartfelt anniversary card is a very thoughtful gesture. In this article, we’ve gathered all the best “Happy 1-Year Anniversary” wishes for spouses, partners, and friends, as well as tips on how to write an anniversary card and celebrate a first anniversary.

Best 1-Year Anniversary Wishes

For your husband or wife: Happy anniversary, love. On this day and every day, I am reminded why we are meant for each other.
For your girlfriend or boyfriend: Words can’t express how much I love having you in my life. Happy anniversary!
For another couple: Happy 1-year anniversary! Here’s wishing you many more years of true love.

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Your Wife

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Tell your wife how much you value your marriage. Celebrating a 1-year anniversary is very important to many married couples. Embrace the excitement and tell your wife everything you’ve enjoyed about being married to her for a year. Compliment her best qualities and let her know how excited you are to spend the rest of your lives together.^{[1]
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- “Life has never been so beautiful as it has been this past year with you by my side. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “We've been married for 365 days, and I've loved every second of it. Happy anniversary to my incredible wife.”
- “A year after our wedding day, and I'm still falling for you. Our future together couldn't be brighter, and I can't wait to see what's in store.”
- “Happy anniversary to the best thing that ever happened to me. You will always be my forever.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary, babe. I can’t wait to write the next chapter of our love story together.”
- “It is such a privilege to be loved by you. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “Loving you is my favorite thing to do. Happy anniversary!”
- “Sleeping by your side guarantees sweet dreams. Happy anniversary. I love you so much.”
- “Happy anniversary to the love of my life. Here's to many more years of happiness to come.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary, darling. Here's to a million more mornings waking up in your arms.”
- “Happy anniversary, love. On this day, and every day, I am reminded why we are meant for each other.”
- “Saying 'I do" to spending the rest of my life with you was the best decision I've ever made. I love you more each day. Happy anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary to my most amazing wife. You're as beautiful today as you were on our wedding day.”
- “Happy anniversary, sweetheart. Thanks for making ‘love’ mean more than I ever thought it could.”
- “To the most beautiful woman who has given me the most beautiful life—happy anniversary.”
- “When a love is true, there is no ending. I hope we get to celebrate for many years to come. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 1st anniversary, darling. I want to love you, adore you, take care of you, and make you happy for the rest of my life.”
- “I didn’t think it was possible to love you any more than I did the day I married you, but somehow my love only grows. I love you today and always.”
- “Happy anniversary to the only person in the world that I want beside me every day and every night for the rest of my life. I love you, sweetheart.”
- “Forever wouldn’t be long enough with you. Happy anniversary, with all my love.”

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Your Husband

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Celebrate all the things you love about your husband. Think of all the fond memories you’ve shared with your husband over the last year, and tell him just how much he means to you. Let him know how happy you are to be married to him.^{[2]
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- “For better or for worse, I still choose you. Happy 1st anniversary!”
- “This year of being married to you has been the best year of my life. I love you. Happy anniversary.”
- “My love for you continues to grow each day, as I love you more than I did yesterday and less than I will tomorrow. Happy 1-year anniversary, my love.”
- “You’ll always be my happy place. Here’s to 1 year of marriage and many more to come.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary. May our trust and love keep growing with the passing of each year, in good times and bad.”
- “Happy anniversary, my love! You mean more to me than you’ll ever know.”
- “Every love story is beautiful, but ours is my favorite. Cheers to us and many more loving years.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary to my soulmate. You make me the happiest person in the world.”
- “Marrying you was the smartest thing I ever did. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “Every day, I fall more and more in love with you. Happy 1st anniversary, sweetheart.”
- “Happy anniversary! It's been a year since we walked down the aisle, and I've never loved you more.”
- “You’re my best friend, my partner, my everything. Happy anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary, my love. Our first year of marriage has been better than I ever imagined.”
- “Thank you for always loving and supporting me no matter what. I can’t wait to spend the rest of our lives together. Happy anniversary.”
- “My teammate, my rock, and my best friend, happy anniversary!”
- “How lucky I am to have fallen in love with my best friend. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “You make every day more magical than the last. Happy anniversary, my sweet husband.”
- “See this smile? It's the same one you gave me on my wedding day. Happy anniversary!”
- “Even after a year, you still give me butterflies! Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary! I hope that I bring as much warmth to your life as you bring to my toes in the middle of the night.”

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Couples

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Wish a married couple the best for their future together. If you know a couple whose first anniversary is coming up, sending them a thoughtful message can be a kind gesture. Congratulate them on a year of marriage and wish them the best for the years to come.^{[3]
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- “You two share a very special love that will never be matched. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “One year down, many more to go! Wishing you all the best on your anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary! I hope your special day is full of making more wonderful memories together.”
- “May you continue to share wonderful days, wonderful nights, and a wonderful life. Happy anniversary.”
- “You both continue to shine as an example of love and kindness. Happy anniversary.”
- “Wishing you both, on your special day, a life of love, happiness, and many more years of wedded bliss.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary! Here’s wishing you many more years of true love.”
- “Happy anniversary! It's time to celebrate your wedding all over again.”
- “Happy 1-year! This time, skip the dress and tux, and enjoy some cake in the comfort of each other's company.”
- “Happy anniversary! Every day, continue to love each other more and more.”
- “Happy 1st anniversary! Congratulations on reaching this milestone—may there be many more to come.”
- “Congrats on one year of marriage! Pop that bubbly and celebrate your love today!”
- “Your love is so beautiful. Thank you for letting me be a part of it. Enjoy your anniversary and all the years to come.”
- “Your relationship is proof that two people can be better together. Cheers to that!”
- “Relationships aren’t perfect, but you do a really good job of making it look close. Congratulations on your anniversary!”
- “Congratulations on one year together! Wishing you the most love, laughter, and happiness for years to come.”
- “Sending love to our favorite couple on their anniversary!”
- “Wishing you an anniversary as special as the love you two share.”
- “May your lives be filled with adventure and your love be never-ending. Happy anniversary.”
- “Falling in love is easy, but staying in love is something different. You did it. Happy anniversary!”

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Friends

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Congratulate your friends on a year together. Let your friends know how happy you are that they found each other and how great a couple they are. If their relationship has inspired you, let them know. Wish them the best with their future.^{[4]
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- “Happy anniversary! Thinking of you and all the good times we've shared. So glad you're in our lives.”
- “Best wishes to the best couple I know. Happy anniversary!”
- “Like peanut butter and jelly, you two are better together. Congrats on 1 year together!”
- “Marriage is not a piece of cake, but two you make it look like one. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “The secret of a happy marriage remains a secret. But, whatever you two are doing is working wonders! Happy anniversary!”
- “Cupid's arrow hit a bullseye when you two came together! Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary to my favorite couple! Thanks for showing me that soulmates do exist.”
- “Today is kind of like a birthday for your love! Happy anniversary!”
- “Your love story continues to unfold, and we’re excited to see the next chapters be written. Happy anniversary.”
- “I’m blessed to be able to watch your love grow day by day. Thank you for sharing it with those in your life. Happy 1-year anniversary.”
- “Nothing in our world is perfect, but you two come pretty close. Happy anniversary!”
- “At least celebrating your love this year doesn't require renting a tux. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary! You two go together like popcorn and Netflix.”
- “Happy anniversary! You two are definitely relationship goals.”
- “It makes me happy to know you'll always have each other...when you need a ride to the airport. Happy 1 year together!”
- “One year down, the rest of your lives to go! Happy anniversary!”
- “May this year be merely the first of many great ones to come. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary to my best friend and the guy who’s constantly trying to replace me as her soulmate. That title is reserved for me, thank you very much.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary! Thank you for setting the ultimate example of what love should look like.”
- “I’m inspired by your relationship every day! Happy anniversary to my favorite couple.”

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Your Boyfriend

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Let your boyfriend know how happy you are with him. Anniversaries aren’t just for marriage—it can be exciting to celebrate a year of dating, too! In general, dating anniversary wishes tend to be shorter than wedding anniversary wishes, but choose whatever works best for you and your relationship.
- “Our anniversary marks 365 more days you've made me laugh, learn, grow, and be oh-so-glad we're together!”
- “Happy 1-year, babe! You’re amazing, and I’m so grateful to have you in my life!”
- “Happy anniversary! I’m so lucky you’re my boyfriend.”
- “I’m really happy we found each other. Happy 1-year!”
- “I’m so grateful I’ve gotten to share this past year with you. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 1st anniversary. You make me so happy.”
- “I’m so happy we found each other. Here’s to one year down and many more to come!”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary! You’re my favorite.”
- “You always know just how to make me smile. Happy anniversary, babe.”
- “Being with you makes life so much more fun. Happy 1-year!”
- “My life with you is so much sweeter than life before you. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 1-year! Thank you for being my safe place, my dearest friend, and the person who always brightens my day!”
- “Every day with you is a new adventure. Here's to another year of love!”
- “Like the smiles in our selfies, you light up my life. I love you! Happy anniversary.”
- “I think it’s time to let you know that I’ve been dating someone, and I really love them. It’s you! Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “You are my best friend, my lover, and someone I’m happy to call my boyfriend. Happy anniversary!”
- “I can’t wait to see what’s to come for us. Thanks for sticking with me—there’s no one I’d rather experience life with! Happy anniversary!”
- “Life with you is much happier than it was before you came into the picture. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary to my favorite person! This year was so great, I can’t wait to see what’s in store for us.”
- “You’re the most amazing person I’ve ever met! Happy 1st anniversary. I love you!”

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Your Girlfriend

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Celebrate a year of dating with your girlfriend. If it’s been a year since you and your girlfriend made things official, it’s time to celebrate. Tell her all the things you love about her and your relationship and let her know you’re thinking about your future together.
- “From sending you good night texts to wishing you good morning, everything seems sweeter since I met you. Happy anniversary.”
- “The good things in life are better with you. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “I don’t know how I got so lucky to find a girl like you, but I’m thankful every single day. Happy 1-year!”
- “I’m glad I asked you out on this day one year ago. Happy anniversary!”
- “From romantic dates to cuddles on the couch, this year with you has given me the sweetest memories. Happy anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary! I’m thankful for you every day and not just for the milestones.”
- “I’ve been smiling since the day I met you. My face hurts. Happy anniversary!”
- “Thanks for putting up with me for 365 days! I’ll try to make the next year easier on you (maybe).”
- “You can’t get rid of me—try as you might. Happy anniversary!”
- “Feels like just yesterday I was dropping heart-eye emojis in your DMs! How time flies! Happy anniversary—I love you!”
- “I’ve been thinking about you 24/7 for 365 days. Happy anniversary!”
- “It’s been short but sweet. I can’t wait for our future together! Happy anniversary—I love you so much!”
- “It’s wild how one year can change everything. I can’t wait to see where we are in another 365 days—I know it’ll be together.”
- “Even when I don’t say it, I’m always thinking it: I love you. Happy anniversary, babe.”
- “Sweet, smart, beautiful, amazing, funny, cool—you’re everything I ever hoped for and more. Happy 1-year anniversary.”
- “Words can’t express how much I love having you in my life. Happy anniversary!”
- “Thank you for letting me be completely myself around you. And for being exactly who you are—amazing! Happy anniversary.”
- “You’re my best friend, the girl of my dreams, and one of the most amazing people I know. Happy 1st anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary, baby! You’ve stuck by me through thick and thin, ups and downs, good days and bad…and I couldn’t be more grateful to have you by my side.”
- “You’re my biggest smile, my best day, and my perfect match. I can’t wait to spend many more years by your side.”

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1-Year Anniversary Quotes

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Include a famous quote about love or marriage. If you want to add a little something extra to your anniversary message, add a romantic quote from a famous writer, celebrity, or historical figure. This is a great idea if you’re struggling to come up with the right words on your own. Here are some examples:^{[5]
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- “My heart is, and always will be, yours.” – Jane Austen
- “We are all a little weird, and life’s a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.” – Dr. Seuss
- “Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” – Emily Brontë
- “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” – Audrey Hepburn
- “Please never forget that the sun rises and sets with your smile. At least to me it does.” – Taylor Jenkins Reid
- “I was made and meant to look for you and wait for you and become yours forever.” – Robert Browning
- “If I know what love is, it is because of you.” – Herman Hesse
- “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” – Maya Angelou
- “You are the finest, loveliest, tenderest, and most beautiful person I have ever known—and even that is an understatement.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald
- “I love being married. It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.” – Rita Rudner
- “You are the butter to my bread, and the breath to my life.” – Julia Child
- “Life with you makes perfect sense. You're my best friend.” – Tim McGraw
- “If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” – A. A. Milne
- “Love is not love until love’s vulnerable.” – Theodore Roethke
- “Love is like the wind; you can’t see it but you can feel it.” – Nicholas Sparks
- “I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone.” – J. R. R. Tolkien
- “To be your friend was all I ever wanted; to be your lover was all I ever dreamed.” – Valerie Lombardo
- “My wish is that you may be loved to the point of madness.” – André Breton
- “Romance is the glamor which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze.” – Elinor Glyn
- “I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.” – Paulo Coelho

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1-Year Anniversary Messages for Partners with Kids

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Celebrate your journey as partners and parents. Whether you had kids before you got married or had a baby within the first year, celebrating an anniversary can look very different when children are involved. Show your partner how much you appreciate them as a partner and as a parent, and celebrate the family you’ve created together.
- “I don’t care about life’s twists and turns, as long as I have you and our beautiful family. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “Happy anniversary to the person who gave me the greatest gift of all time—eternal love and our beautiful children.”
- “You are the peanut butter to my jelly and the macaroni to my cheese. We make a perfect (kid-friendly) pair. Happy anniversary, my dear.”
- “I never imagined that I would find you and that you would make my dreams come true. Our little family is everything I could have hoped for and more. Happy anniversary!”
- “They say the greatest marriages are built on teamwork. Thanks for being on my side through all the tantrums and meltdowns. I love you!”
- “Happy anniversary, my love. I hope our marriage will show our children that true love exists.”
- “Thanks for always believing in us, our future, and our family. I love you so much—happy anniversary.”
- “Thank you for giving me the loving family I’ve always wanted. Happy 1st anniversary.”
- “Happy 1st anniversary! May our love and our little family continue to grow.”
- “Happy anniversary, sweetheart. Thank you for everything you do for me and our baby.”
- “Being a parent can be stressful, but having you by my side makes it so much better. I love you—happy anniversary.”
- “To my beautiful wife, the mother of my children, and my lifelong partner. I love you more than you even know. Happy anniversary.”
- “Today, we celebrate the best decision you’ve ever made—making me your wife and the mother of your kids. Happy anniversary, honey!”
- “You make managing our home, taking care of the kids, and having a career look so easy. How did I get so lucky? I love you, honey. Happy anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary to the most amazing father and husband I could ask for. This year has been the best year of my life.”
- “I’m so glad I get to celebrate this year of marriage with you and our little family. Happy anniversary. I love you more than words can say.”
- “I’ve cherished every moment of the past year with you and our baby. Thanks for being such an incredible partner and an even better parent. Happy anniversary.”
- “I hope our family is always as happy as we’ve been this past year. Happy anniversary, darling.”
- “I never thought I’d be a parent until I met you. Now, it’s the greatest thing that ever happened to me. Happy anniversary, my love. Thank you for everything.”
- “Thank you for being such an amazing parent to our baby. I wouldn’t change our lives for anything in the world. Happy anniversary.”

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Romantic 1-Year Anniversary Wishes

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Share a sweet, sentimental message with your partner. If you’re the romantic type, sharing a heartfelt message with your partner will likely sweep them off their feet on your first anniversary. Remember to speak from the heart and let them know how much you love them.^{[6]
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- “Of all the love stories in the world, ours will always be my favorite. Happy 1st anniversary.”
- “If I had my life to live over again, I would find you sooner so that I could love you longer. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “When I tell you I love you, I don't say it out of habit or to make conversation. I say it to remind you that you are the best thing that ever happened to me. Happy anniversary.”
- “The best thing about having forever is you. Happy 1-year anniversary.”
- “Love you then, love you still, love you now and always will. Happy anniversary!”
- “If I told you everything I love about you, I'd never be able to finish. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “When I first met you, I had no idea I was meeting someone who would become my lifelong friend and love. I’m so grateful for that day and every day since. Happy anniversary.”
- “You make spending forever together easy! I am so grateful to have you as my life partner. Happy anniversary, babe.”
- “In a sea of people, my eyes always search for you. Happy 1st anniversary!”
- “You're my today and all of my tomorrows. Happy anniversary to my one and only.”
- “Forever feels like home with you. Happy anniversary.”
- “Happy anniversary, darling. Here's to love, laughter, and our continued happily ever after.”
- “Having you by my side makes me the happiest, most grateful, and luckiest person in the world. Happy anniversary to my soulmate.”
- “I can never tell you enough how beautiful you are, how much you make me smile, and how much you mean to me. Happy anniversary to my one true love.”
- “There’s nowhere else I’d rather be than right here by your side with your hand in mine. Happy anniversary.”
- “In a world where so many things can be uncertain, you are the one thing that I will always be sure of. Happy anniversary!”
- “It started with a dream of a life together, and the dream only gets better. Cheers to one year of marriage!”
- “There are no words to describe the love I feel for you on our first anniversary—unwavering, tender, and boundless only begin to sum it up.”
- “I don’t remember life without you and I don’t intend on ever trying. I love you. Happy anniversary.”
- “I’m lucky to know you, lucky to love you, and lucky to share a life with you. Happy anniversary!”

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Funny 1-Year Anniversary Wishes

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Make your partner laugh with a funny message. First anniversary messages don’t always have to be long, sentimental paragraphs. If you and your partner have more of a goofy or laid-back relationship, why not try to make them laugh on your special day? Playfully teasing your partner can be a great way to bond with them on your anniversary. Here are some examples:^{[7]
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- “Happy anniversary, babe! See, I told you I wouldn’t forget!”
- “I’m yours. No refunds. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary, my love. Thanks for not holding out for something better.”
- “Happy 1-year anniversary! Now if I can just remember your birthday, too!”
- “You’re my favorite. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary! I don’t know if you knew this, but I totally have a crush on you.”
- “Happy 1st anniversary! I love you more than chocolate!”
- “Same day and time next year? Happy anniversary!”
- “Being married is really something! I’ll let you decide exactly what it is. Happy anniversary!”
- “You have given me so much to be happy about since we said “I do.” Your credit card, for example. Am I right? Happy anniversary!”
- “You make ‘til death do us part actually feel like fun! Thank you for making my life better. I love you forever!”
- “Cheers to a year of laughter, love, and putting up with each other’s mothers! I love you so much. Happy one year anniversary!”
- “I’m really liking this whole marriage thing. 10/10 would recommend.”
- “Our marriage is like a workshop. You work, and I shop. Happy anniversary!”
- “Who knew that following my heart would lead to so much laundry? Happy anniversary, anyway!”
- “You're my favorite person to annoy for the rest of my life. Happy anniversary!”
- “I love you more than yesterday—yesterday you really got on my nerves. Happy 1-year anniversary!”
- “Happy 1st anniversary! Let's order takeout and be in bed by 10pm for the rest of our lives.”
- “Happy anniversary to the only person in the world I would share my food with.”
- “Here’s to 356 days of mastering the art of agreeing to disagree. Love that for us.”

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How to Write an Anniversary Card

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Reflect on shared memories. Look back on all the best memories you’ve shared with your partner—not just over the past year but throughout your entire relationship. Share a couple of your favorites so you and your partner can reminisce and bond over the cherished moments you’ve shared together.
- If you’re writing an anniversary card for another couple, think of any moments in their relationship that stand out to you or when you realized they were perfect for each other.
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Express your love. This may sound obvious, but let your partner know how much you love and appreciate them in your anniversary card. This can be as simple as saying “I love you” or a more elaborate expression of your feelings. Whatever you decide, just make sure it comes from the heart.^{[8]
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- If you’re writing a card for another couple, talk about how clearly they love each other and how happy you are that they’re together.
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Celebrate achievements made as a couple. You and your partner have probably grown a lot over your year together, so take some time to think of all of your accomplishments. Acknowledge the journey you’ve made together and celebrate your shared successes.^{[9]
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- If you’re writing a card for another couple, do the same—congratulate them on their achievements and growth over the past year.
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Express your gratitude. Think of all the things you’re grateful for about your partner. Thank them for all the love and support they’ve shown you throughout your relationship. Let them know you appreciate everything they do.^{[10]
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- If you’re writing a card for another couple, tell them how their relationship has inspired you.
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Look to the future. Think about where you want your relationship to go in the future. Share your hopes, dreams, and goals as you continue to build your life together. Let your partner know you’re excited to see what the future holds for your relationship.
- If you’re writing a card for another couple, tell them how excited you are to see how their relationship continues to grow in the future.

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How to Celebrate a 1-Year Anniversary

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Do something you and your partner would both enjoy. When it comes to celebrating 1-year anniversaries, dating and relationship coach Michelle Jacoby says, “I don't think there's a one-size-fits-all answer. [Do] something romantic—it could just be as simple as a picnic, dinner at a special restaurant, a weekend getaway, or flowers. There's a gazillion different ways you could celebrate.” Ask your partner what they’d like to do, or surprise them with something you think they’d enjoy.
- For example, if your partner loves the beach, surprise them with a weekend getaway. If they’re a homebody, order their favorite pizza and cue up their favorite movie.
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Surprise your partner for your anniversary. Surprises are a great way to begin an anniversary for couples who love surprises. It doesn’t have to be big. It can be a homemade dinner from scratch.

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