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