Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep it simple.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "please" a lot.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Count your blessings.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in a choir.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Avoid negative people.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep secrets.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Marry only for love.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Return all things you borrow.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Sing in the shower.

Compliment even small improvements.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Use the good silver.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

be there when people need you.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Call your mother.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Learn three clean jokes.

Rekindle old friendships.

Have a dog.

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.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Look people in the eye.