Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Compliment even small improvements.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a dog.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Be the first to say hello.

Marry only for love.

Look people in the eye.

Keep it simple.

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

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Say "please" a lot.

Count your blessings.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return all things you borrow.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

be there when people need you.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Have a firm handshake.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep secrets.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Call your mother.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Use the good silver.

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

Avoid negative people.

Plant flowers every spring.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wear polished shoes.

Sing in a choir.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Rekindle old friendships.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Remember other people's birthdays.