Return all things you borrow.

Keep it simple.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Stop blaming others.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Sing in the shower.

Learn three clean jokes.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Sing in a choir.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Look people in the eye.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Call your mother.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep secrets.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Be the first to say hello.

Count your blessings.

Have a dog.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

be there when people need you.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Marry only for love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Use the good silver.

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

Avoid negative people.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Wear polished shoes.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Plant flowers every spring.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Say "please" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Floss your teeth.