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And while the temperatures plummet, it's nice to at least spare a thought for anyone who has to sleep on the streets.
Just like this couple from the States did recently when they made up a winter care package for a man they noticed living on their street in a makeshift tent.
Brandi Vaughn and her boyfriend John filled a rucksack with blankets, pillows, food and a jumper, complete with a touching note attached to show that they are thinking of him.
The letter has got 44,000 likes and been shared more than 5,500 times since it appeared on the Love What Matters Facebook page.
The letter says:
Brandi said she wanted to "recognize my very caring, thoughtful and wonderful human being of a boyfriend" by posting the letter on Facebook and paid a loving tribute to John.
She said: "After getting all these items packed up for him, John wanted to include a letter to give him a warm, friendly welcome to the neighborhood because although he isn't living in an apartment here, he is still our neighbor and a person; and it is our job as human beings to take care of each other.
"With the holidays approaching it is important to remember what it’s really about – giving and thinking of others."
The post has received hundreds of comments from people praising their "wonderful gesture" and sharing their own stories about helping the homeless.
Well done Brandi and John.