Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

be there when people need you.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Be the first to say hello.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

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.

Stop blaming others.

Plant flowers every spring.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Learn three clean jokes.

Sing in a choir.

Return all things you borrow.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Rekindle old friendships.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Compliment three people everyday.

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Have a dog.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Wear polished shoes.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Marry only for love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Count your blessings.

Use the good silver.

Say "please" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Call your mother.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Floss your teeth.

Sing in the shower.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep secrets.