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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Have a firm handshake.

Look people in the eye.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep secrets.

Have a dog.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Use the good silver.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Avoid negative people.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Plant flowers every spring.

Call your mother.

Compliment even small improvements.

be there when people need you.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Marry only for love.

Wear polished shoes.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Floss your teeth.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Stop blaming others.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Keep it simple.

Be the first to say hello.

Sing in a choir.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Rekindle old friendships.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.