Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "please" a lot.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Marry only for love.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Floss your teeth.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Be the first to say hello.

Count your blessings.

Look people in the eye.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

be there when people need you.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Wear polished shoes.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Keep it simple.

Avoid negative people.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in the shower.

Compliment three people everyday.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep secrets.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Have a dog.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return all things you borrow.

Call your mother.

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in a choir.

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

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