People Around The World Are Placing Scarves In Public For Those Who Need To Stay Warm This Winter

January 5, 2015

A couple in Wilmington, North Carolina, noticed scarves and hats placed around various poles, light posts, and fire hydrants. Upon closer inspection, they were blown away by the kindness of strangers.

scarfs for homeless
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The notes read:

"AM NOT LOST! If you need this to stay warm, then please take it. It is yours. Be warm, and do something to help someone else today if you can."

A similar photo was shared from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

scarfs for poor
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Here's one found in Ottawa, Canada.

scarves around trees
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And more in Norway.

kindness scarves
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"To help a friend is really good. To help yourself is also really good. To help a stranger is the very best." ~ Art Hochberg.