Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Say "please" a lot.

Floss your teeth.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Compliment even small improvements.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

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

Return all things you borrow.

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

Use the good silver.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

be there when people need you.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in a choir.

Call your mother.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be the first to say hello.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Learn three clean jokes.

Marry only for love.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Avoid negative people.

Keep secrets.

Stop blaming others.

Sing in the shower.

Wear polished shoes.

Have a dog.

Compliment three people everyday.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Look people in the eye.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Have a firm handshake.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.