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