Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

Keep secrets.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment three people everyday.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Compliment even small improvements.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Rekindle old friendships.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Keep it simple.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Wear polished shoes.

Marry only for love.

Use the good silver.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Look people in the eye.

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

Call your mother.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Plant flowers every spring.

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a dog.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Be the first to say hello.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Floss your teeth.

be there when people need you.

Sing in the shower.

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

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

Count your blessings.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Return all things you borrow.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "please" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.