Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Marry only for love.

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

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Compliment even small improvements.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a firm handshake.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Call your mother.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant flowers every spring.

Use the good silver.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "please" a lot.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in the shower.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Return all things you borrow.

Wear polished shoes.

Avoid negative people.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Count your blessings.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep it simple.

be there when people need you.

Stop blaming others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Compliment three people everyday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Sing in a choir.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Floss your teeth.

Have a dog.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Look people in the eye.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Be the first to say hello.

Keep secrets.