Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Rekindle old friendships.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Sing in a choir.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep it simple.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Use the good silver.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Look people in the eye.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Marry only for love.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Stop blaming others.

Wave at kids on school buses.

be there when people need you.

Have a dog.

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

Sing in the shower.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

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

Avoid negative people.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Floss your teeth.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Be the first to say hello.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a firm handshake.

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.

Call your mother.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Keep secrets.

Say "please" a lot.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Plant flowers every spring.

Learn three clean jokes.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return all things you borrow.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Compliment even small improvements.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.