Remember other people's birthdays.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

Compliment even small improvements.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Rekindle old friendships.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Compliment three people everyday.

Wear polished shoes.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Call your mother.

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a firm handshake.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in the shower.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Be the first to say hello.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Return all things you borrow.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Stop blaming others.

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

Look people in the eye.

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

Avoid negative people.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Marry only for love.

be there when people need you.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Keep secrets.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Floss your teeth.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep it simple.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a dog.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Count your blessings.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Use the good silver.

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.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.