Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Have a firm handshake.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wear polished shoes.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Call your mother.

Say "please" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

Rekindle old friendships.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Learn three clean jokes.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Have a dog.

Keep secrets.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Avoid negative people.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Plant flowers every spring.

Marry only for love.

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

Keep it simple.

Use the good silver.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Floss your teeth.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Sing in the shower.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be the first to say hello.

be there when people need you.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Count your blessings.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in a choir.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Remember other people's birthdays.