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