Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Have a dog.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Return all things you borrow.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in a choir.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Plant flowers every spring.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Compliment three people everyday.

be there when people need you.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Call your mother.

Keep secrets.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment even small improvements.

Marry only for love.

Wear polished shoes.

Use the good silver.

Floss your teeth.

Be the first to say hello.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Sing in the shower.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Avoid negative people.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Look people in the eye.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Say "please" a lot.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep it simple.

Count your blessings.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.