Say "thank-you" a lot.
Wear polished shoes.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Have a dog.
Have a firm handshake.
Learn three clean jokes.
Return all things you borrow.
Avoid negative people.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
be there when people need you.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Compliment even small improvements.
Keep secrets.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Marry only for love.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Say "please" a lot.
Stop blaming others.
Use the good silver.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Keep it simple.
Sing in the shower.
Be the first to say hello.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Sing in a choir.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Count your blessings.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Plant flowers every spring.
Floss your teeth.
Compliment three people everyday.
Look people in the eye.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Call your mother.
Rekindle old friendships.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
