Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Have a dog.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Say "please" a lot.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Plant flowers every spring.
Sing in a choir.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Sing in the shower.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Keep it simple.
Floss your teeth.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Compliment even small improvements.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Rekindle old friendships.
Be the first to say hello.
be there when people need you.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Avoid negative people.
Look people in the eye.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Call your mother.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Wear polished shoes.
Learn three clean jokes.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Return all things you borrow.
Stop blaming others.
Have a firm handshake.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Marry only for love.
Compliment three people everyday.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Keep secrets.
Use the good silver.
Count your blessings.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.