Never underestimate the power of love.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Count your blessings.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Plant flowers every spring.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Avoid negative people.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Have a firm handshake.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Keep it simple.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return all things you borrow.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Floss your teeth.

Have a dog.

Marry only for love.

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

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Stop blaming others.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Sing in a choir.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in the shower.

Keep secrets.

Call your mother.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

be there when people need you.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Look people in the eye.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment three people everyday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Learn three clean jokes.

Wear polished shoes.

Be the first to say hello.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.