Keep your promises (no matter what).

Don't expect life to be fair.

Use the good silver.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Have a dog.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Marry only for love.

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

Keep secrets.

Stop blaming others.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Be the first to say hello.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Call your mother.

Say "please" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep it simple.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in a choir.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Sing in the shower.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

be there when people need you.

Avoid negative people.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Rekindle old friendships.

Return all things you borrow.

Count your blessings.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Have a firm handshake.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Floss your teeth.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Learn three clean jokes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Wear polished shoes.

Look people in the eye.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.