Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

be there when people need you.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Call your mother.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Count your blessings.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Look people in the eye.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be the first to say hello.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep it simple.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Use the good silver.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Return all things you borrow.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Have a dog.

Marry only for love.

Floss your teeth.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "please" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep secrets.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Plant flowers every spring.

Sing in the shower.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in a choir.

Stop blaming others.

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

Avoid negative people.

Compliment three people everyday.

Compliment even small improvements.