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