Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Look people in the eye.

Return all things you borrow.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Plant flowers every spring.

Rekindle old friendships.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Have a firm handshake.

Avoid negative people.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Compliment three people everyday.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be the first to say hello.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Say "please" a lot.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Learn three clean jokes.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep it simple.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Count your blessings.

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

be there when people need you.

Stop blaming others.

Marry only for love.

Have a dog.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Sing in the shower.

Keep secrets.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

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

Floss your teeth.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Sing in a choir.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Call your mother.