Say "please" a lot.

Keep it simple.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

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

Use the good silver.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

be there when people need you.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Be the first to say hello.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Look people in the eye.

Sing in a choir.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Marry only for love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Floss your teeth.

Have a dog.

Rekindle old friendships.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return all things you borrow.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Plant flowers every spring.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Stop blaming others.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in the shower.

Learn three clean jokes.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Call your mother.

Wear polished shoes.

Avoid negative people.

Keep secrets.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.