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