Have a firm handshake.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Keep secrets.

Keep it simple.

Sing in a choir.

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

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

Wear polished shoes.

Have a dog.

Say "please" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Look people in the eye.

be there when people need you.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Count your blessings.

Rekindle old friendships.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Marry only for love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Plant flowers every spring.

Learn three clean jokes.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in the shower.

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

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Be the first to say hello.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Use the good silver.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Return all things you borrow.

Stop blaming others.

Floss your teeth.

Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment three people everyday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Call your mother.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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