Vivian: hello guys
Vivian: it wouldn't be a surprise if I told you that Christmas is coming
Vivian: as we all know, it's the time when people are generally more kind and generous to one another
Vivian: I thought that we could try to do something good for some homeless people
George: Are you thinking about fund-raising?
Vivian: not exactly. I was thinking more like collecting items like blankets, warm clothes, toiletries and other basic necessities
George: That's better, people would rather give some things away than donating money
Ruth: That's true, people tend to be prejudiced against fund-raising, and so am I
Ruth: But I've got many redundant things in the attic, mostly clothes
Vivian: that's exactly the point, Ruth. and your example perfectly reflects my intentions
George: Actually, I can check in my attic too. I guess my mum's put something in there
Jack: My attic is a real 'blanket paradise'
Jack: I've always wondered why my parents put all those blankets there, some were even hardly used...
Vivian: you see? each of us is able to help.
Vivian: there're so many things that we consider useless but which may actually improve some people's lives
George: All right! Let's help the homeless then :)
Ruth: I'll try to convince some more people
Vivian: Terrific :)
Vivian wants to collect various items for homeless people before Christmas. Ruth, George and Jack will contribute with whatever they find relevant. Ruth will convince some more people. 