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