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Ladies, the countdown to Christmas is on, and we're already making lists (and checking them twice). We know, it's only fu*king October, but you can never be too prepared. Anyway, if you're working on your Christmas wish list - we have something for you. Inevitably, it will probably be number one on that list. Vladimir Putin's 2019 calendar has been released, and frankly, we need it in our lives. In this remarkable gift to society, the Russian president is pictured as a diplomat and outdoorsman, a sweet combination. January sees Vlad posing shirtless in an icy lake - and not a flinch on his face, despite the cold. June shows the Russian leader holding a very cute little puppy, revealing the more sensitive side to the man. Is July the greatest gift of all? Quite possibly. The summer month shows off Vlad's active side, with a picture of him riding a lovely bicycle. Gorgeous. There are also pictures of Vladimir holding a gun (naturally) and also posing with a leopard. Sure lads, it wouldn't be Christmas at all without countless images of the Russian president. Santa - you know what to do.