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