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