Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Sing in the shower.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "please" a lot.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wear polished shoes.

be there when people need you.

Look people in the eye.

Call your mother.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Sing in a choir.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Count your blessings.

Keep it simple.

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a dog.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Stop blaming others.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Marry only for love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep secrets.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Floss your teeth.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.