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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Use the good silver.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Look people in the eye.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment even small improvements.

Rekindle old friendships.

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "please" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Have a dog.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Learn three clean jokes.

Compliment three people everyday.

Be the first to say hello.

Sing in a choir.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep secrets.

Sing in the shower.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep it simple.

Avoid negative people.

Stop blaming others.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Call your mother.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

be there when people need you.

Marry only for love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.