Don't expect life to be fair.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Count your blessings.

Learn three clean jokes.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Keep secrets.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in the shower.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Avoid negative people.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be the first to say hello.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Sing in a choir.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Use the good silver.

Call your mother.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

be there when people need you.

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

Look people in the eye.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "please" a lot.

Marry only for love.

Wear polished shoes.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a firm handshake.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Stop blaming others.

Keep it simple.

Compliment even small improvements.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Return all things you borrow.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Plant flowers every spring.

Have a dog.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

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