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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Have a dog.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Use the good silver.

Sing in a choir.

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

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.

Look people in the eye.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in the shower.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Keep it simple.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a firm handshake.

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

Keep secrets.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Be the first to say hello.

Count your blessings.

Rekindle old friendships.

Learn three clean jokes.

Call your mother.

Return all things you borrow.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Avoid negative people.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

be there when people need you.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Wear polished shoes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Stop blaming others.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "please" a lot.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.