HELP! Is this sentence ok? I have to wish a happy birthday in English... please rewrite it to make it sound?

It's been such a long time! I choose to stay away from facebook for a while, for other reasons, but I remembered today was your Birthday! I send my best wishes! There are so many things I want to tell you, but I'll have to write you another time. Anyway, I hope that you enjoy your birthday and that it is as special as you are, Buon Compleanno!