Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Sing in the shower.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

be there when people need you.

Call your mother.

Say "please" a lot.

Use the good silver.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be the first to say hello.

Wear polished shoes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Floss your teeth.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Count your blessings.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Have a dog.

Rekindle old friendships.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Sing in a choir.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep secrets.

Marry only for love.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep it simple.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Look people in the eye.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Compliment three people everyday.

Avoid negative people.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Compliment even small improvements.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.