Don't expect life to be fair.

Wear polished shoes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

Marry only for love.

Be the first to say hello.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Learn three clean jokes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment even small improvements.

Call your mother.

Compliment three people everyday.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Rekindle old friendships.

Say "please" a lot.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Sing in a choir.

Avoid negative people.

Floss your teeth.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep secrets.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Use the good silver.

Stop blaming others.

Keep it simple.

Sing in the shower.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Look people in the eye.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Count your blessings.