be there when people need you.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Learn three clean jokes.

Return all things you borrow.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Look people in the eye.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep it simple.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Marry only for love.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Keep secrets.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Stop blaming others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Count your blessings.

Rekindle old friendships.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Use the good silver.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Sing in the shower.

Call your mother.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Avoid negative people.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Sing in a choir.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Compliment even small improvements.