Plant flowers every spring.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Be the first to say hello.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Stop blaming others.

Return all things you borrow.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

be there when people need you.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Rekindle old friendships.

Floss your teeth.

Keep secrets.

Count your blessings.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Look people in the eye.

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

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

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

Call your mother.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep it simple.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Learn three clean jokes.

Marry only for love.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Use the good silver.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a dog.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in the shower.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wear polished shoes.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Sing in a choir.

Compliment three people everyday.