Stop blaming others.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

be there when people need you.

Be the first to say hello.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Wear polished shoes.

Sing in a choir.

Keep it simple.

Sing in the shower.

Call your mother.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Avoid negative people.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Floss your teeth.

Look people in the eye.

Rekindle old friendships.

Have a firm handshake.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Have a dog.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Keep secrets.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Return all things you borrow.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Count your blessings.

Say "please" a lot.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Remember other people's birthdays.