Remember other people's birthdays.

Wear polished shoes.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Avoid negative people.

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Be the first to say hello.

Look people in the eye.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Stop blaming others.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in the shower.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

be there when people need you.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Sing in a choir.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Plant flowers every spring.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Marry only for love.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Call your mother.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Rekindle old friendships.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Use the good silver.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Count your blessings.

Floss your teeth.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep secrets.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep it simple.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Compliment even small improvements.