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