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