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