Don't expect life to be fair.

Marry only for love.

be there when people need you.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Count your blessings.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Stop blaming others.

Wear polished shoes.

Be the first to say hello.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep it simple.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Plant flowers every spring.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Look people in the eye.

Have a firm handshake.

Return all things you borrow.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Keep secrets.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Use the good silver.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

Sing in the shower.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Learn three clean jokes.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Call your mother.

Avoid negative people.

Compliment even small improvements.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Have a dog.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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