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