Keep secrets.

Marry only for love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Compliment three people everyday.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Return all things you borrow.

Be the first to say hello.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Sing in a choir.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Rekindle old friendships.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Call your mother.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment even small improvements.

Count your blessings.

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

Floss your teeth.

be there when people need you.

Have a dog.

Wear polished shoes.

Sing in the shower.

Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Have a firm handshake.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Wave at kids on school buses.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Learn three clean jokes.

Use the good silver.

Look people in the eye.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Plant flowers every spring.