Never refuse homemade brownies.

Rekindle old friendships.

Plant flowers every spring.

Marry only for love.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Have a firm handshake.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a dog.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Look people in the eye.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Use the good silver.

Return all things you borrow.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep secrets.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

be there when people need you.

Call your mother.

Keep it simple.

Stop blaming others.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in a choir.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Learn three clean jokes.

Count your blessings.

Sing in the shower.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Avoid negative people.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "please" a lot.

Floss your teeth.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Compliment even small improvements.