I "borrowed" these quotes from someone's facebook page. I think they hit the nail on the head regarding how we should approach life. Its how i try to live:

Burn the candles, use the nice sheets. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special!
Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
If you don't ask, you don't get.
Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.

I'll never forget my Soap-On-A-Rope; was saving it for a special occasion years ago and thieves broke into my house and stole it!