Marry only for love.

Have a dog.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Count your blessings.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Call your mother.

Keep secrets.

Have a firm handshake.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep it simple.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Compliment even small improvements.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in a choir.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "please" a lot.

Avoid negative people.

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be the first to say hello.

be there when people need you.

Use the good silver.

Wear polished shoes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.