Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Have a dog.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep secrets.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wear polished shoes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Sing in a choir.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Say "please" a lot.

Stop blaming others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Marry only for love.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Avoid negative people.

Count your blessings.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Have a firm handshake.

Compliment even small improvements.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Keep it simple.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Rekindle old friendships.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Floss your teeth.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Sing in the shower.

Compliment three people everyday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be the first to say hello.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Call your mother.

Look people in the eye.

be there when people need you.