Don't expect life to be fair.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Keep secrets.
Stop blaming others.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Floss your teeth.
Look people in the eye.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Have a dog.
Learn three clean jokes.
Avoid negative people.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Use the good silver.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Compliment even small improvements.
Keep it simple.
be there when people need you.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Have a firm handshake.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Be the first to say hello.
Wear polished shoes.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Say "please" a lot.
Sing in the shower.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Sing in a choir.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Compliment three people everyday.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Call your mother.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Rekindle old friendships.
Return all things you borrow.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Count your blessings.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Marry only for love.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Plant flowers every spring.
The Silver Chord Choir is the community seniors’ choir in the City of Port Coquitlam. It was started in 1968 as a fun way for seniors who enjoy singing to get together, make music and above all, have fun doing it. Now, 58 years later, we have almost forty members, most of whom turn out to regular rehearsals and performances. Our members range from 50 to over 90 years old!
