Don't expect life to be fair.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Compliment even small improvements.
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Stop blaming others.
Keep it simple.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Keep secrets.
Sing in a choir.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Have a firm handshake.
Have a dog.
Learn three clean jokes.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Plant flowers every spring.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Avoid negative people.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Call your mother.
Say "please" a lot.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Marry only for love.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Wear polished shoes.
Count your blessings.
Floss your teeth.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Compliment three people everyday.
Sing in the shower.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Be the first to say hello.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Use the good silver.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Look people in the eye.
be there when people need you.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Return all things you borrow.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Rekindle old friendships.