How do guys feel when female friends wish them a happy birthday?

[Anonymous]

I have a crush on a guy and his birthday is coming up. I'm really nervous to wish him a happy birthday because even though I have his phone number I've never used it (calls or texts). I feel like texting would be the more appropriate and personal route vs Facebook timeline or messenger. Am I off base here? Is texting the right way to go? In case you're wondering, I'm the type of person who always feels that I'm bothering others by initiating contact. I just know if I don't acknowledge his birthday I'll regret it in the future.

Also, just out of curiosity how do you guys feel when a girl acknowledges you on your birthday?

[deroy]

There are couple of things you need to know.
First, you are possibly situational introvert. You feel you would be disturbing others by taking up their time. If it's so, I would say, it's a quality that makes you 'reserved' as a person. But do not over practice it.
Second, if this guy knows you and you have a chance to wish him face to face, then go for it. Otherwise, text him. He will be happy and in case you are wondering, 'will he think of me as desperate?'. No. He won't. He may start conversing with you, which you want. Don't you?

So go ahead. Remember, you can't cross the sea, merely by looking at the water.

[somedudeyaknow]

Tbh. A lot of us are clueless when it comes to women flirting with us. It isn't until it's too late that we realize. If you like this guy you should be upfront with him. Find out if he's single, wish him a happy birthday in person, and if he received it well tell him how you feel in a day or two. That's more likely to end well for you than playing the beat around the bush game. I've never been rude to a girl that liked me that I wasn't into and most guys aren't going to either. Without risk there can be no reward.

[Hanna2]

I was in the same boat a few days ago. Except, I talk to my crush everyday (I don't think he knows I like him). I sent him a text at 10 am although I was tempted to keep him on the phone until 12 am. i decided against it because i did not want to come off strong. Just text him and tell him happy birthday and may all his wishes and dreams come through. Do it so you don't regret it in the future. he would like it

[FreedomByChoice]

I hope you meant 12 pm because if you didn't that means you wanted him to be on the phone for 14 hours

[Hanna2]

@FreedomByChoice I meant to say I was tempted to talk to him the night before his bday until 12 am of his bday

[FreedomByChoice]

oh well no problem with that right. you should let him know that you like him

[Hanna2]

@FreedomByChoice i wish i was brave enough but I don't know if he feels the same so

[FreedomByChoice]

you only get 1 life

[mamamai]

He will think it's cool, go for it. If you call it might be extra special and make you seem different from other girls. Good luck :)

[rxm_bxl]

I don't think whether your female or male plays a part in saying happy birthday to someone.

[HGG3805]

I am flattered. Having some one remember it is my birthday is a GREAT thing. Never be afraid of doing something that could put a smile on someone's face.

If you are hoping that he take it as a flirt or more from you keep in mind that guys are pretty clueless. You probably need to take it up one more step like maybe a birthday lunch or something. I would be flattered if you invited me to a dinner at your place. Even a clueless guy might get the message then.

[DarthLadyKiller]

Facebook is the best way. Depends on how I feel about her. If she is just a friend I feel glad she said it and like "aw, another person cared about my birthday." If I like her, "WOOOOOOOOOOOOO! She noticed me! She cares!" I nearly passed out when the girl I liked wished me happy birthday on my 17th, she gave me a nice long message and I was just hopping around so happy.

[Canuck37]

Well if I like her, I'm looking for her birthday greeting especially, and I will particularly enjoy it. But guys get birthday greetings from everyone on their birthday, so it's not a "hint" if they get a birthday greeting from you.

[NevermoreMan]

If he's single you should give him a quick, suggestive kiss on the lips and, tell him, happy birthday on, his birthday. Id find that very attractive that you're so upfront

[harry191919]

personally i feel amazing. my female friend sang a birthday song for me. it was the best gift in my life

[phantom96a]

Go for it because it is always wonderful to get a birthday wish especially from a cute girl and either text it or say it in person you never know it might go somewhere

[didigo182]

It's not a big deal... (i mean i would not expect a girl wants me) except im very happy the person remember my birthday of course, showed consideration.

[goodstaka]

Would depend on relationship status, but generally, go for it. Just make it appropriate and respect his S/O if he's got one... if not, have at it!

[harveyhammer]

I like it. Though he probably won't think any more of it than a birthday wish

[doestmatter]

Usually think it's just a common courtesy, nothing else.

[pascal_greece]

Bad call to feel like bothering others with a message. Just say what you want to say. And let the river flow.

[Jay_JvR]

If you have a crush on him then I would suggest sending him a happy birthday message where you just tell him that you hope that the coming year is as amazing and awesome as he is..

[Justinaveragedude]

It feels really good, especially when it is the right girl.

[Harry_Richard]

She's being nice because she has to or she has an ulterior motive.

[Asad1ONE1]

How would you feel if we wished you a happy birthday? That should answer your Q.

[Humbledman74006]

Come on girl, pick up the phone and call this dude. Ask him if he wants a birthday dinner or drinks.

[baby181036]

Go ahead and wish him

[quirf]

How can you say no to someone being nice to you?

[StickStickity13]

It's really appreciated

[kw6554fgu]

Me I be wanting to eat cake off her