Marry only for love.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.

Plant flowers every spring.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."

Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.

Avoid negative people.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Keep it simple.

Have a dog.

Use the good silver.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Rekindle old friendships.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

be there when people need you.

Learn three clean jokes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Look people in the eye.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Count your blessings.

Compliment three people everyday.

Sing in the shower.

Floss your teeth.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Say "please" a lot.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep secrets.

Sing in a choir.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Stop blaming others.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."

Be the first to say hello.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."

Return all things you borrow.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Compliment even small improvements.

Call your mother.

Plant a tree on your birthday.