Marry only for love.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Use the good silver.

Say "please" a lot.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Avoid negative people.

Floss your teeth.

Call your mother.

Have a dog.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep it simple.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep secrets.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Have a firm handshake.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in a choir.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Stop blaming others.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Rekindle old friendships.

Plant flowers every spring.

Learn three clean jokes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Look people in the eye.