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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Learn three clean jokes.

be there when people need you.

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

Have a dog.

Wear polished shoes.

Use the good silver.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Avoid negative people.

Return all things you borrow.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Don't expect life to be fair.

Keep it simple.

Sing in the shower.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Count your blessings.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Say "please" a lot.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be the first to say hello.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Rekindle old friendships.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment even small improvements.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

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

Marry only for love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Compliment three people everyday.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in a choir.

Stop blaming others.

Keep secrets.

Plant flowers every spring.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Call your mother.

Look people in the eye.