Have a dog.

Keep it simple.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Marry only for love.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "please" a lot.

Learn three clean jokes.

Count your blessings.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

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

Stop blaming others.

Keep secrets.

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

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

Avoid negative people.

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in a choir.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a firm handshake.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Sing in the shower.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Compliment three people everyday.

Use the good silver.

Rekindle old friendships.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Look people in the eye.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Be the first to say hello.

Plant flowers every spring.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Wear polished shoes.