Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "please" a lot.

Plant flowers every spring.

Wear polished shoes.

Marry only for love.

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

Return all things you borrow.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Have a dog.

Avoid negative people.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Be the first to say hello.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Call your mother.

Look people in the eye.

Compliment even small improvements.

Count your blessings.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Floss your teeth.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Keep secrets.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Rekindle old friendships.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Stop blaming others.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep it simple.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Learn three clean jokes.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Use the good silver.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in a choir.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.