Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Plant flowers every spring.

Be the first to say hello.

Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a firm handshake.

Avoid negative people.

Use the good silver.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Call your mother.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep it simple.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Keep secrets.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Have a dog.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "please" a lot.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Rekindle old friendships.

Marry only for love.

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.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

Compliment three people everyday.

Return all things you borrow.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Look people in the eye.

Sing in the shower.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Learn three clean jokes.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Floss your teeth.

Count your blessings.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.