Have a firm handshake.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Say "please" a lot.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

be there when people need you.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Sing in the shower.

Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep secrets.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Marry only for love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Look people in the eye.

Call your mother.

Return all things you borrow.

Be the first to say hello.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Compliment even small improvements.

Count your blessings.

Wear polished shoes.

Floss your teeth.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Avoid negative people.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Use the good silver.

Keep it simple.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Sing in a choir.