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