Use the good silver.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Look people in the eye.

Say "please" a lot.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Avoid negative people.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wear polished shoes.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Learn three clean jokes.

Floss your teeth.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Stop blaming others.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Count your blessings.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Keep secrets.

Call your mother.

Have a dog.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

be there when people need you.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Compliment three people everyday.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in the shower.

Be the first to say hello.

Keep it simple.

Marry only for love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Rekindle old friendships.