Don't expect life to be fair.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Have a dog.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return all things you borrow.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Marry only for love.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Plant flowers every spring.

Floss your teeth.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep secrets.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Use the good silver.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Look people in the eye.

Compliment three people everyday.

Avoid negative people.

Say "please" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Count your blessings.

Sing in a choir.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Keep it simple.

Wear polished shoes.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.