In today's world of technology, there's something special about receiving a physical handwritten message like a greeting card. Unlike a text message that can disappear in a pile of digital conversations, a greeting card is something you can hold on to, display, or rediscover years later and feel sentimental about.

And some of these cards are too memorable to throw away because their messages are so bizarre or unexpectedly hilarious that they leave a lasting impression.

Here are some examples people shared online. After seeing this, you may find the classic “Best Wishes” card a little too bland and boring, and we don’t blame you.

#1 Further Evidence My Wife's Boss Has A Sense Of Humor. This Is Her Christmas Card

#2 The Lawyer's Christmas Card

#3 Found A Pretty Sweet Valentine's Day Card For The Husband

Greeting cards never went out of style despite the prevalence of digital technology. Some experts may even argue that they can help strengthen family relationships.

“The creative process of putting these (greeting cards) together serves an important function in solidifying the identity and values of the family,” says University of Iowa communication studies professor Rachel McLaren.

#4 Anyone Else Get The One And Only Greeting Card That Not Only Makes Sense, But Is Also Funny?

#5 Birthday Mail From The Mailwoman For My Nephew After He Complained About Getting Nothing Yesterday 😂

#6 Thoughts?! Finally Got A Printer, Since My Digital Greeting Card Shop Is Actually Doing Really Good With Father’s Day Around The Corner I Wanted To Show How It Looks Printed Out My Cuts Are A Bit Rough Since It Was 3 Am & It’s My First Prototype

McLaren says giving a greeting card can also help mend relationships, especially during special occasions. She explains that this simple gesture can do a lot, especially when talking is difficult.

“Sending a card can be a low-pressure way of reaching out and expressing a desire to talk. Sometimes, a card is just the peace offering needed to clear the way for a deeper conversation,” McLaren said.

#7 And The Award For The Creepiest Easter Card Goes To

#8 I Received The Most Thoughtful Wedding Card

#9 My Sense Of Humor: Getting Birthday Cards With The Wildly Incorrect Age On It For People

According to McLaren, a handwritten note as short as 25 words can increase a greeting card's impact. She says that the effort of doing something by hand can also deepen relationships, even in the smallest of ways.

“We’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic, so anything you can do to take steps toward meaningful connections with others will likely be met with appreciation.”

#10 This Card Sounds Really Sarcastic

#11 I Still Send Nice Greeting Cards To My Ex

#12 Official Greeting Card For The People Of Reddit

The irreverence of many of the cards featured on the list is what makes them funny. They share an overarching theme of poking fun at life’s absurdities, which Cornell University philosophy professor David Shoemaker sees as highly valuable.

“By occasionally reflecting on our lives (and the lives of everyone) from the timeless perspective of the universe, to see that none of what we’re pursuing may matter in the end – life itself may be laughably absurd,” Shoemaker explained.

#13 I Finished My Phd! This Is The Card My Sister Gave Me

#14 Signing Christmas Cards Can Get Pretty Awkward When Your Last Name Is Ball

#15 My Sister Got Me This Card After I Gave Birth Yesterday

Shoemaker adds that seeing the humor in the absurd can help us face life’s challenges.

“If we manage to take up that perspective, we may be much better able to cope with life’s curveballs, as well as focus better on the tasks at hand. Sometimes it’s good to be a little psychopathic,” he said.

#16 A Greeting Card From My Local Pharmacy

#17 For Halloween This Year Target Wants To Give People Heart Attacks

#18 I Hear Ya, Sista

#19 I’m From The States And I Have A Friend In Australia. She Sent Me A Christmas Card That Included A Translation To ‘Australian’

#20 Christmas Card Spell Check Fail

#21 Easily The Funniest Birthday Card I've Ever Gotten

#22 The Card I Got My Dad Is Pretty Amusing Because About A Year Ago I Was In Jail. So I Hope He Finds It As Funny As I Do

#23 My Birthday Card I'm Definitely Loved!

#24 My New Favorite Birthday Card

#25 Blursed Birthday Card

#26 I Was Also Looking At Birthday Cards

#27 My Friend Had Surgery On Her Deviated Septum Today (She Accidentally Called It A Deviated Scrotum), So A Friend And I Got Her A Card

#28 Sent My Husband To Buy A Baby Shower Gift Bag

#29 "Every Christmas My BFF And I Send Cards To Random Addresses"

#30 Lord They Done Did It!

#31 Valentines Day Card...from The Cat?! And There Sold Out

#32 That Is A Cruel Joke, Greeting Card Company

#33 I Didn’t Have A Card For My Friend’s Birthday, But I Did Have A Sharpie And A Card For A Baby

#34 The Wife And I Agreed We'd Only Get Greeting Cards From The Dollar Store. I Had To Get Creative For Her 30th Birthday

#35 My Fiancé Just Got This Card From Her Parents And The Inside Made Us LOL

#36 This Is The Card I Gave My Brother For His Birthday

#37 Ron Swanson Wrote A Birthday Card

#38 You Did It!

#39 Best Brain Surgery Ever

#40 Accidentally Bought A Gift Voucher In A Birthday Card For Works Secret Santa. Fixed In Five Seconds, I'm Sure They Won't Notice

#41 Birthday Card

#42 My Dad’s Birthday Card To Me On My 23rd Birthday

#43 My Husband Couldn't Find A 30th Birthday Card For Me

#44 I Asked My Husband To Take On Some Christmas Cards This Year. My Sister Just Sent Me This Picture Of What He Wrote😂

#45 When Did "Dad" Become A Category At Hallmark? Happy "Father's" Day

#46 Finally Picked Out My Valentines Day Card!

#47 There Are Greetings Cards For Everything

#48 Perfect Card For Your College-Bound Sibling

#49 Getting Cards For A Wildly Different Occasions And Customizing Them To Fit The Holiday You Need

#50 Not Really Into Valentines Day, But My Boyfriend Played It Well This Year

#51 Do You Have To Put It On Your Christmas Card?

51 Hilarious Greeting Cards That Prove The Best Gifts Sometimes Come In A Simple Paper Envelope