Learn three clean jokes.

Call your mother.

Wear polished shoes.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Plant flowers every spring.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

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

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

Have a dog.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Floss your teeth.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment even small improvements.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Stop blaming others.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Have a firm handshake.

Look people in the eye.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep it simple.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Sing in the shower.

Marry only for love.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Count your blessings.

Use the good silver.

Rekindle old friendships.

Sing in a choir.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Be the first to say hello.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep secrets.

be there when people need you.

Say "please" a lot.

Compliment three people everyday.

Plant a tree on your birthday.