Never refuse homemade brownies.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Avoid negative people.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Use the good silver.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Rekindle old friendships.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a dog.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Compliment three people everyday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in the shower.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Floss your teeth.

Wear polished shoes.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

be there when people need you.

Be the first to say hello.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

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

Call your mother.

Stop blaming others.

Return all things you borrow.

Sing in a choir.

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Keep it simple.

Marry only for love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Compliment even small improvements.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Have a firm handshake.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Keep secrets.

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

Count your blessings.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.