Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Call your mother.

Compliment three people everyday.

Have a dog.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Use the good silver.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Rekindle old friendships.

Compliment even small improvements.

Learn three clean jokes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in a choir.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a firm handshake.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep secrets.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Look people in the eye.

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

Floss your teeth.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Return all things you borrow.

be there when people need you.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Sing in the shower.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Keep it simple.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Be the first to say hello.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Marry only for love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.