Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return all things you borrow.

Keep secrets.

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

be there when people need you.

Use the good silver.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Stop blaming others.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wear polished shoes.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in a choir.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in the shower.

Marry only for love.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Floss your teeth.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Call your mother.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Avoid negative people.

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

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

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a dog.

Keep it simple.

Look people in the eye.

Count your blessings.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant flowers every spring.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be the first to say hello.

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Commit yourself to constant improvement.