Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Compliment even small improvements.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Rekindle old friendships.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Stop blaming others.

Have a dog.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

be there when people need you.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Call your mother.

Sing in the shower.

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.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Sing in a choir.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Count your blessings.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a firm handshake.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Keep secrets.

Look people in the eye.

Floss your teeth.

Use the good silver.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Learn three clean jokes.

Avoid negative people.

Say "please" a lot.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep it simple.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Be the first to say hello.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.