1. Anchor your life to higher ground. Simply do the right thing.

2. Don't always look to others to set the moral example because some 
won't. Only you can determine the key personal values that should guide your 
life.

3. Yes, we expect our president to live by a higher standard because he 
is one of the ultimate symbols of democracy.  Demand that your leaders set 
an example.  That's what leadership is all about.

4. Center your life on principle, not popularity.  Today's hero can 
become tomorrow's bum.

5. When you make  mistakes admit to them, apologize and learn from the
experience.  Others may be willing to forgive you but don't forget that 
you must accept the consequences of your actions.

6. Build trusting relationships, starting with your family and friends.
Trust counts big time.

7. Don't put yourself in positions where anyone could even think that 
you are doing something wrong. Perceptions are as powerful as reality.

8. Cherish your family, close friends and marriage. Each is key to a
meaningful life.

9. Be an encourager, especially to those without hope.
10. Always be optimistic, even when you think our country is falling 
apart. We have a long history of improving from one generation to the next.

11. Serve others. The spirit of voluntarism is key to our future.

12. Live your life according to a higher calling, God's calling.