Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Sing in the shower.

Wear polished shoes.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Marry only for love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Call your mother.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep it simple.

be there when people need you.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Rekindle old friendships.

Avoid negative people.

Look people in the eye.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Be the first to say hello.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Stop blaming others.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Have a dog.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep secrets.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Count your blessings.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Say "please" a lot.

Floss your teeth.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in a choir.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Have a firm handshake.

Compliment even small improvements.

Use the good silver.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.