Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Avoid negative people.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Keep secrets.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Floss your teeth.

Compliment even small improvements.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return all things you borrow.

Say "please" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Wear polished shoes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Rekindle old friendships.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in a choir.

Use the good silver.

be there when people need you.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Call your mother.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Marry only for love.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Count your blessings.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Sing in the shower.

Keep it simple.

Plant flowers every spring.

Have a dog.