Never underestimate the power of love.

Marry only for love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Learn three clean jokes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

be there when people need you.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

Have a dog.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a firm handshake.

Stop blaming others.

Look people in the eye.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Be the first to say hello.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Avoid negative people.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Keep it simple.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

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

Call your mother.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Return all things you borrow.

Floss your teeth.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Say "please" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Wear polished shoes.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Keep secrets.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Plant flowers every spring.

Sing in a choir.

Compliment even small improvements.