I have a business trip coming up and it's going to fall right in the middle of several important phone calls - my anniversary with my wife (four years) and two nieces' birthdays (ages to be: 10 and 14). I might remember to send cards via snail mail ahead of time...but then again, I don't have a great track record that way.
Internet topic writer Linda Roeder offers some help for lazy types like us: Greeting Cards Online for Free. It's also nice to make a phone call, but people really like to get a gift type thing. Opening an eCard is at least something that shows care and thoughtfulness. Remember to bookmark your eCard page for traveling emergencies!