Have a firm handshake.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Look people in the eye.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Use the good silver.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Be the first to say hello.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Remember other people's birthdays.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Count your blessings.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wear polished shoes.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Avoid negative people.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

be there when people need you.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Sing in a choir.

Keep it simple.

Marry only for love.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Have a dog.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep secrets.

Stop blaming others.

Return all things you borrow.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Say "please" a lot.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Rekindle old friendships.

Call your mother.

Sing in the shower.