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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Keep it simple.

Use the good silver.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a firm handshake.

Learn three clean jokes.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in the shower.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Compliment even small improvements.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Rekindle old friendships.

Look people in the eye.

Have a dog.

Avoid negative people.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Count your blessings.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Keep secrets.

be there when people need you.

Wear polished shoes.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Floss your teeth.

Sing in a choir.

Marry only for love.

Call your mother.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Compliment three people everyday.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Return all things you borrow.