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