Always accept an outstretched hand.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Marry only for love.

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Plant flowers every spring.

Floss your teeth.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

be there when people need you.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Have a firm handshake.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a dog.

Sing in a choir.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in the shower.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Rekindle old friendships.

Keep it simple.

Stop blaming others.

Call your mother.

Be the first to say hello.

Say "please" a lot.

Keep secrets.

Compliment three people everyday.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Look people in the eye.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.