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