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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Marry only for love.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Have a firm handshake.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Compliment even small improvements.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in the shower.

Stop blaming others.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Learn three clean jokes.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Have a dog.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Count your blessings.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep secrets.

Floss your teeth.

Use the good silver.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment three people everyday.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Return all things you borrow.

Call your mother.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep it simple.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Look people in the eye.

Sing in a choir.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wear polished shoes.

Plant flowers every spring.

be there when people need you.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Avoid negative people.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Rekindle old friendships.