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