Have a dog.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Rekindle old friendships.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep secrets.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Look people in the eye.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Return all things you borrow.

Learn three clean jokes.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Be the first to say hello.

Marry only for love.

Avoid negative people.

Have a firm handshake.

be there when people need you.

Stop blaming others.

Call your mother.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant flowers every spring.

Count your blessings.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Floss your teeth.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Use the good silver.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in the shower.

Keep it simple.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Wear polished shoes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in a choir.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.