Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Be the first to say hello.

Learn three clean jokes.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Floss your teeth.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Call your mother.

Sing in the shower.

Compliment even small improvements.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Rekindle old friendships.

Use the good silver.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Plant flowers every spring.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Have a firm handshake.

Count your blessings.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

be there when people need you.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Return all things you borrow.

Look people in the eye.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Avoid negative people.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Say "please" a lot.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Marry only for love.

Keep secrets.

Never refuse homemade brownies.