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