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