Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Wear polished shoes.
Marry only for love.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Return all things you borrow.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Keep it simple.
Avoid negative people.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Compliment even small improvements.
Sing in a choir.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Plant flowers every spring.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
be there when people need you.
Count your blessings.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Be the first to say hello.
Stop blaming others.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Have a dog.
Rekindle old friendships.
Say "please" a lot.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Call your mother.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Learn three clean jokes.
Look people in the eye.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Compliment three people everyday.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Use the good silver.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Sing in the shower.
Floss your teeth.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Keep secrets.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Have a firm handshake.
