be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "please" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Call your mother.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in a choir.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Avoid negative people.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Look people in the eye.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a firm handshake.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Marry only for love.

Have a dog.

Plant flowers every spring.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Keep it simple.

Learn three clean jokes.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be the first to say hello.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Floss your teeth.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Keep secrets.

Count your blessings.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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