Plant a tree on your birthday.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Have a dog.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be the first to say hello.

Keep secrets.

Keep it simple.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Floss your teeth.

Learn three clean jokes.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Use the good silver.

Marry only for love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant flowers every spring.

Return all things you borrow.

Look people in the eye.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

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

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Call your mother.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "please" a lot.

Sing in a choir.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

be there when people need you.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Avoid negative people.

Stop blaming others.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

Sing in the shower.