President’s Day Weekend: History, Meaning, and Fun Ways to Celebrate (hint: ecards!)

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Every February, as the chill of winter starts to hint at spring, folks across the United States look forward to one of the most welcome respite holidays of the winter: President’s Day. For many, it’s a great President’s Day weekend filled with sales, time off work, and, we hope for students, conversations about the leaders who helped shape America. But beyond the retail buzz and long weekend plans, there’s a fascinating story behind how this holiday came to be—and why it’s a perfect occasion for sending President’s Day greetings and, of course, President’s Day ecards.

The origin of President’s Day goes back more than a century. Originally, Americans celebrated George Washington’s Birthday on February 22 as a federal holiday starting in the late 1800s, making Washington one of the first U.S. figures to receive a nationwide day of recognition. Meanwhile, Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday on February 12 gained popularity, particularly in some states, as a way to honor the man who preserved the Union and led the country through its most challenging era. (Encyclopedia Britannica)

In the late 1960s, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act with the idea of creating more predictable, long weekends for workers. This act shifted several holidays, including Washington’s Birthday, to a Monday observance—specifically the third Monday in February. While the law technically kept the federal holiday’s official name as “Washington’s Birthday,” its placement between Washington’s and Lincoln’s birthdays inspired a popular, broader interpretation. Voila: President’s Day was born as the public and retailers began to use that name to honor both iconic presidents and, increasingly, all U.S. presidents. (Wikipedia)

President’s Day has grown beyond its historical roots to become an opportunity for reflection on American leadership and civic life. From school lessons on the contributions of past presidents to public ceremonies in Washington, D.C., the day quietly underscores how the nation’s leaders have shaped its course. For most Americans however, the weekend and the day is an oopportunity to relax and be with friends and family in the middle of the winter’s onslaught.

That’s where President’s Day ecards come in. Over at Doozy Cards, we’ve created a collection of fun, thoughtful, animated eCards that tap right into the spirit of relaxation and happiness that gets its chance to appear during the holiday off. Whether you want to send a laugh, share an upbeat historical homage, or simply brighten someone’s inbox, there’s something for everyone. On our President’s Day ecard page, you’ll find everything from musical and animated favorites to talking cards featuring playful portrayals of presidents great and small. (Doozy Cards)

Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year? Here’s the Story Behind the Name

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Every year as the moon waxes and wanes, millions of people around the world prepare for one of the most joyous celebrations on Earth — the holiday many of us know as Chinese New Year. But if you’ve ever seen it called Lunar New Year too, you might wonder why the two names are used almost interchangeably. As people who create animated ecards to help people spread love and good wishes during this festive season, we’re excited to take you behind the scenes of this tradition and share why both names matter.

At its heart, Chinese New Year is called Lunar New Year because the date of the celebration isn’t based on the regular solar calendar (January 1), but on the phases of the moon. The new year begins on the second new moon after the winter solstice, typically between late January and mid-February, marking the start of a new cycle in the lunisolar calendar. This lunar connection is the origin of the “Lunar New Year” name.

Originally rooted in ancient Chinese agrarian society, this festival goes back thousands of years — with elements of its practice recorded as far back as the Shang Dynasty and codified during the Han Dynasty. The holiday is woven together with stories like that of Nian, a fearsome mythical beast said to terrorize villages at the onset of each year. Villagers discovered that loud noises, bright lights, and the color red — things that now define many of the festival’s traditions — helped chase Nian away. Over time, this legend became part of the lore of ushering out the old year and welcoming prosperity and good luck in the new one.

Today, the festival isn’t just celebrated in China — though there it’s often called Spring Festival — but across many Asian societies and in diaspora communities worldwide. From Taiwan and Singapore to Malaysia, Vietnam, and Korea (where the holiday is known as Tet or Seollal), the themes of family reunion, feasting, and honoring ancestors are shared, even as each culture brings its own unique customs to the celebration. Parades, lion and dragon dances, fireworks, and special foods like dumplings and rice cakes all play a role in welcoming good fortune for the year ahead.

As folks who design Chinese New Year ecards and Lunar New Year ecards, the magic of this holiday isn’t just in the lanterns and lion dances — it’s in the connections we make. On our holiday page, you’ll find a joyful collection of animated greetings you can send to loved ones near and far. Whether you’re looking for playful animations that dance with vibrant reds and golds, or heartfelt Chinese New Year greetings that express sincere wishes for health, wealth, and happiness, our Lunar New Year greetings are crafted to brighten someone’s day. These ecards capture many of the traditional symbols associated with the holiday — from zodiac animals to spring blossoms — giving you a meaningful way to celebrate.

a still from our “Happy Year of the Horse” ecard, one of Doozycards’s Lunar New Year ecards for this year.

We love how sending a simple piece of digital art can become a modern twist on an age-old tradition. In a season that’s all about renewing bonds and sharing blessings, there’s nothing quite like receiving a beautiful Year of the Horse ecard – it’s the Year of the Horse this year – to remind someone they’re in your thoughts. Whether you call it Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year, both names reflect different facets of a festival that’s rich in history, culture, and heartfelt emotion. Let’s celebrate the new beginnings together!

From Hot Dogs to Cherries: Creating Animated Valentine’s Day eCards at DoozyCards

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At DoozyCards.com, Valentine’s Day is basically our Super Bowl. It’s the one time of year when we get to lean all the way into romance, silliness, and the kind of visual love stories that only animation can pull off. And this year, we’re having a lot of fun dreaming up brand-new animated Valentine’s eCards.

When we sit down to create a Valentine’s card, we don’t start with hearts and flowers. We start by asking a much more important question: Who belongs together? Not just people—things. Characters. Objects. Foods. The kinds of pairings that instantly make sense the moment you see them moving on screen.

That’s how you end up with a cherry nervously meeting a banana on top of an ice cream sundae. Or a hot dog finally finding its way into the perfect bun. These are couples that practically animate themselves. They flirt, they woo, they meet in the middle. You don’t need much dialogue when the visuals are already telling a love story.

Animation is where these ideas really come alive. A blink, a wiggle, a shy pause before two characters come together—those tiny moments are what make an eCard feel charming instead of generic. We look for pairings that let us play with timing, anticipation, and that little spark of “will they or won’t they” before the payoff.

At the end of the day, our Valentine’s cards aren’t about being fancy – well, OK, except for the fancy ones. They’re about being fun, warm, and a little unexpected. They’re meant to make someone smile before they even read the message.

So this Valentine’s Day, if you see a piece of fruit falling in love or a choclate Valentine candy having a romantic breakthrough, just know—it probably started life as a scribble in a cartoonist’s notebook at DoozyCards.com.

From Paper Hearts to Pixel Love: Why Valentine’s Day eCards Are the New Classroom Classic

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Remember elementary school Valentine’s Day? You’d sit in a circle, scissors in one hand and a box of glitter in the other, exchanging tiny paper hearts and pun-filled cards with every classmate. There were cheesy jokes written in shaky handwriting (“You’re just my type…writer!”), stickers of puppies giving roses, and of course the obligatory box of conversation hearts passed around afterward. Those paper Valentines were simple, sweet, and a rite of passage for every kid.

Fast forward to today, and Valentine’s Day outreach has gone digital — without losing an ounce of the joy and silliness we loved so much. If you want to relive that feeling but with a modern twist, ecard sites with pages like Valentine’s Day ecards from Doozy Cards make it easier than ever to send something fun, heartfelt, or even hilarious with the click of a button.

🎨 Animated vs Paper: That Living Feeling

The original classroom Valentines were delightful because each card was handmade, or at least hand signed, and personal. But imagine if those same cards came to life when opened — that’s the magic of animated Valentine’s Day ecards. We spent hours designing free animated cards feature cheerful characters, dancing cupids, and playful scenes that jump right off the screen — something our old paper cards could only dream of.

😂 Funny Valentine’s Day Ecards That Make Them Laugh

One of the best parts of those little mailboxes full of paper valentines was the humor. Who didn’t laugh at unicorns with goofy captions or cats in silly hats? We wanted our funny Valentine’s Day ecards to bring that same laughter into adulthood. These digital cards are loaded with puns, playful characters, and scenarios that light up screens and hearts alike (and many are completely free with a trial).

🎶 Musical Valentine’s Day eCards: When Love Has a Tune

But Valentine’s Day ecards aren’t just about visuals; sound plays a big part too. If you’re old enough to have ever shared a mix tape with someone you liked (or remember the fun of paper musical greeting cards that played a tune when opened), animated musical Valentine’s Day ecards bring that charm into the digital age. We sought out musicians and singers from the music industry to record our tunes for us, almost all of which are originally written and produced for our Valentine’s Day ecads.

💌 Why eCards Can Still Feel Personal

Though paper Valentines were tangible keepsakes, digital cards have benefits: they’re instant, eco-friendly, and often free — you can send dozens without buying a single stamp. And while a paper card sits quietly on a fridge, we think an animated or musical ecard bursts with personality in someone’s inbox or phone where their eyes are so constantly, ha ha.

We suggst a revisit those warm memories, and share a little Valentine’s magic that’s perfect for this digital age.

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

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For that one snarky friend who loves sharp humor: Sarcastic Birthday Cards

We all have that one friend who no one else seems to understand because they come off as a bit snide or moody, but you love them anyway. To everyone else, they may seem a little dull or drab, but you know the secret to their unusual sense of humor. As their birthday approaches, help turn that frown upside down with a wickedly sarcastic eCard.

The Exploding Birthday Cake

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

When your friend first opens this card, she will think it’s just another boring birthday card. But with a special twist at the end to catch her off guard, you’re sure to bring a smile to her face. Plus, the witty message at the end will be the icing on the cake. You can also add a personalized message as the final touch for a perfect birthday card.

Queen Birthday

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

Everyone wants to be treated like a queen on their birthday, and nothing is more royal than celebrating with the British Royal Family. See how the Queen likes to party, and how Camilla Parker Bowles gets down on the throne room floor—literally. This card is one way to remind your friend how much they rule, especially on their birthday.

Birthday Cupcake Surprise

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

Doozy Sarcastic Birthday Cards

Is your friend not much of a cake person? Never fear, the birthday cupcake fairy is here! With your friend’s gentle assistance, the birthday cupcake fairy will decorate the cupcake other birthday cards can only dream about.

Chocolate Fairy Birthday

Birthday cards and chocolate are also a great match, as chocolate is sweet with just a little bite—just like your friend’s humor. Your friend can watch the chocolate fairy hard at work as she prepares a birthday spread of chocolate-dipped fruit. Birthdays only happen once a year, so why not live on the edge with an abundance of sweet treats?

Dumptruck Candles Birthday

Does your friend look forward to blowing out an abundant amount of candles on their special day? Give them their birthday wish with this popular birthday eCard that perfectly matches their fiery personality.

Start your friend’s birthday off right with a fun and clever eCard to show just how much you treasure their friendship. While others may not understand your friend’s snarky sense of humor, they’ll be reminded that at least one person knows just how to make them laugh on their special day.