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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Essay & Composition Writing

First of all - then what?

Hi. Let us pretend I am writing a birthday message to someone. If I sort of start the greeting off with the phrase "First of all," should I use the phrases "finally" before ending the message? Should I rewrite or change a short message below?

Hi. Happy Birthday. First of all, I wish good luck on your examinations next month. I know you have been studying hard and hope you do well on the examinations. (Finally - put here?) Again, Happy Birthday and I hope this birthday will be a great one.
  

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First, second, and finally is too formal for a birthday wish. Be brief; be sincere. Hi.

— Doctor D

  • First, second, and finally is too formal for a birthday wish.
  • Be brief; be sincere.
  • Hi.
  • Happy birthday, NAME!
  • Let me also wish you good luck on your examinations next month.
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First, second, and finally is too formal for a birthday wish. Be brief; be sincere.


Hi. Happy birthday, NAME! Let me also wish you good luck on your examinations next month. I know you have been studying hard and I truly hope you do well. Meanwhile, I hope this birthday will be a great one for you.

YOU

(I hope this helps.)
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