Never refuse homemade brownies.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Sing in a choir.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Marry only for love.

Rekindle old friendships.

Count your blessings.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Use the good silver.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Call your mother.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep it simple.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Look people in the eye.

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

Have a dog.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

be there when people need you.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep secrets.

Be the first to say hello.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Have a firm handshake.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Avoid negative people.

Floss your teeth.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Learn three clean jokes.

Return all things you borrow.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wear polished shoes.