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