MacTheSickMemer
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As many of you know, it is quite snowy and cold in the Northeast US today. On my way back home from shoveling a driveway, I noticed this bag (along with two others like it) hanging from a fence along the road.
Apparently the person who made these bags did it in memory of their son. Each one contains a hat and a pair of gloves. If the family ever ends up seeing this, my condolences to you, and I want to thank you for making such a kind gesture to our small community.
Though I am fortunate enough to have a warm home, some people out there are not as lucky. Stay warm today, Imgur, and do something to help someone else.
FP edit:
Oh my, I did not expect such overwhelming response to this. I am glad I was able to brighten the days of some people by sharing this story.
JustMare
Absolutely, pass a kindness on! What a heartwarming post! Kindness what a beautiful thing! ????
fatbottomgirls
asteryon
NO YOU ARE CRYING
PW28
If I'm homeless and cold I'm not likely to have a laptop and bump-n around on imgur, I'm huddled over a grate, cold. Nice thought though...
plumbis
Is that brown sugar?
MacTheSickMemer
nope, just cookie crumbs!
bewareofleopard
Extra gloves? You had extra gloves this whole time?
we3ze
In Lake Tahoe, NV where a family lost their daughter to the elements at a concert. They have a tent and provide free water and warmth
Gestrupp
have a nice day
jsktrogdor
Brian is looking down from heaven saying: MOOOOOOOOM GOD THAT'S SUCH AN EMBARRASSING PHOTO!
Mavgurian
Thank you, saved me a tear after getting "surprised" by the card.
Cereaza
"Oh... I didn't see you there." -Brian
jones8dl
Miami vice AF.
aselleus
Needs more lasers
docRSP
I love things like this, just reminded me to put together another drop off for goodwill. +1
JustSmartEnoughToKillYou
I recommend donating to a women's or men's shelters, or a halfway house. Homeless shelters in particular need socks!
iwillmessagerandompeoplegifs
Not goodwill. Try another local charity that directly helps out the homeless. Food banks, shelters, etc.
JuthJeth
WellIThinkImFunny
I live in New England. It's 4 F (-17C) & we have 12 inches of fresh snow. This is a wonderful thing for those in need who live here!!
LimeMime565
Saw these types of things on Windows in my city. Made me hopeful
dickpicswelcome
What is that goodness in your cup?
vargas3499
Wow that's so nice
sstrdisco
Holy Toledo! Will you share some hot chocolate with me? Also, that was really nice of that fella's mom.
blahtotheblahblah
It was 70° and sunny for me today. Just another reason I'm glad I don't live up north
oldarchive
@op you seem familiar... either that or the house. anyways stay safe with this cold
MacTheSickMemer
Hmm, interesting. Maybe you've met me before.
onceandahalf
I just started carrying hand warmers on my walks with my dog so when I see someone I can give them out.
Thein1
Meanwhile in Australia its been 40+ degrees Celsius for the last 3 days straight
ForImgurSake
And that's how you make America great again !
anarkos
Uh oh, now the rapefugees will have warm hands with which to grope with. RIP USA :(
HiDadImDad
SOCKS are the most-needed and least-donated clothing item. Homeless folk need socks!!
wellju
Hey, rest of the world here. If you could just stop bombing and invading everything else, it'd be really appreciated.
Kezo2K11
Holy fuck not only do you use my favorite hero, but it's so simple yet so true! We should do this no matter who is in office! 1/2
Kezo2K11
As this needs to be our default setting now more than ever, as we will need each other soon enough! 2/2
onerepmax
I was gonna make fun of the picture until i read the caption...what a nice thing to do.
chronohwhocares
It would be better if the gloves were lined with LSD and the back of the card said "buckle up, Brian sure didn't"
LannistersSendTheirRetards
A very nice and selfless thing for them to do.
leroy666
Y'know, whenever I get down about the trumpet, I see something like this, and begin to believe all is not lost, after all.
lncorrectGrammerNazi
So, is there a recipe you used for that cocoa, @op? It looks delicious.
Heysuckmybatarang
1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, dash of salt, 1/3 cup water and 4 cups milk warmed up in a pot. Topped w/ whipped cream and crushed up cookie!
Heysuckmybatarang
1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, dash of salt, 1/3 cup water and 4 cups milk warmed up in a pot. Topped w/ whipped cream and crushed up cookie!
lncorrectGrammerNazi
Thank you.
nerdyvet
It is presently 40C/104F at my house. I'm not running the A/C because it's a shitty split system anyway. Thanks for your concern anyway :P
MacTheSickMemer
Ooo lucky you, wherever you are, I am jealous!
nerdyvet
I'm in the Sydney area. We're having a record heat wave. My car dash was telling me it was 51C/123.8F. You can have it.
TeddiyBear
Last pic would have been way better if you were wearing the gloves...
SherryStraus
umm no, was left for those in need, he didn't need them so he would have ended up being a douche, not worth the joke don't you think??
TeddiyBear
I wonder what it's like to be flexible enough to shove your own head up your ass...
SherryStraus
Maybe you need to view the community rules before replying to someones comment.
TeddiyBear
Wow, four months later and you're still delusional. WORDS ON THE INTERNET DON'T DO ANYTHING. GET THAT THROUGH YOUR HEAD.
MacTheSickMemer
True, it would have added a touch. However, I didn't take the bag, I left it for someone who needs it more than I do.
lenomdeplume
Very nice...
WholesomeRuler
This is what I was hoping for. Both that you would have enough to stay warm, and that it would be left in case someone was not as fortunate.
lenomdeplume
Very nice...
geiokami
Could have taken them for the pic then replaced them with a new pair.
AllTheGoodOnesWereAlreadyTaken
Thanks for the jerkwad comment. It was just what I needed to help me stop crying!
geiokami
Why am I being downvoted? What's wrong with taking that exact pair and replacing them with a brand new pair?
AllTheGoodOnesWereAlreadyTaken
If @OP didn't need them, he did the right thing by leaving them for someone who might need them to survive the harsh weather.
iusedtolurkbutnowidont
i'm not crying you're crying
Askingforafriend37
As a wise Buford once said, "I'm not crying, I'm sweating through my eyes!"
SuperNovski
Let's not cry together! *hugs*
toptrojanfan
I'm so tired of seeing this point whoring comment everywhere. Try being original for once in your life.
Labracadabradorable
Sounds like you need to move on
cr777
Seriously enaugh with this comment
iusedtolurkbutnowidont
pure irony, seeing how you're crying right now.
HansSmoothh
You may have been downvoted but I'm with you
toptrojanfan
Thank you
SanityFair
Do you live in Portland, ME? I've noticed the same thing downtown (hanging from trees & fences) but I didn't see the In Memory Of card...
MacTheSickMemer
Nope, I'm not quite that far north!
SanityFair
The ones in Portland are knit and dangling from little threads :)
dejavutoyoutoo
That looks delicious! What is that?
MoneybagsMcGee
Gloves
MacTheSickMemer
Hot cocoa with some whipped cream and chocolate chip cookie crumble!
bananatoast
Share please!
MacTheSickMemer
1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, dash of salt, 1/3 cup water and 4 cups milk warmed up in a pot. Topped w/ whipped cream and crushed up cookie!
bananatoast
Oh my