Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Keep it simple.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Count your blessings.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Call your mother.
Look people in the eye.
Keep secrets.
Wear polished shoes.
Have a dog.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Return all things you borrow.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Say "please" a lot.
Stop blaming others.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Avoid negative people.
Rekindle old friendships.
Plant flowers every spring.
Have a firm handshake.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Sing in a choir.
Compliment even small improvements.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Floss your teeth.
Be the first to say hello.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
be there when people need you.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Marry only for love.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Sing in the shower.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Compliment three people everyday.
Learn three clean jokes.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Use the good silver.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
It would be convenient to have the list of songs to be sung on this date, Dec.11/25 on this site.