By Debbie Emery - Breaking Celebrity News Reporter

Every day we are bombarded with stories of sadness, death and loss, but between the politics and tragedy are rare feel good tales of people who have displayed generosity or unwavering strength in the face of diversity.

Just in time for the season of giving, Breaking Celebrity News has compiled a run down of the most heart-warming stories of the year that have touched our emotions -- and in some cases brought tears to our eyes.

New York City policeman Lawrence DePrimo brought new meaning to the season of giving when he went to the aid of a barefoot homeless man who he found sitting on the cold pavement near Times Square on a freezing Nov