This holiday classic contains personal stories based on Christmas memories. Five of the stories appeared originally in Woman's Day magazine, which initiated a tradition of printing an annual Buscaglia Christmas story during most of the 1980s.

In his warm, humorous way, Dr. Buscaglia shares seven holiday episodes from his life, including his hilarious adventure in producing a school Christmas pageant with second-graders as well as the poignant insights that came from spending Christmas in a hospital, recovering from heart surgery. He tells how each event reinforced his belief in the value of caring and love.

Leo also reminds us that Christmas can last more than one day-that the spirit and magic of the season can thrive all the time. Peace, joy, and goodwill are not seasonal; they are life-sustaining, life-enhancing, hopeful words that should be spoken, sung, and practiced all the months of the year.

Seven Stories of Christmas Love is Leo's Christmas gift to his friends and admirers.

"This book is a Christmas sharing. There are no villains mentioned here, no hard hearts, no skeptics. I have left this for others to write. This short work is for those who have no trouble accepting miracles, who don’t require explanations, who still believe in love, generosity, devotion, goodness, and the wonder of life.”
— Leo Buscaglia, PhD, from the Introduction

The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: The Anniversary Edition, the wonderfully wise and strikingly touching story, has become one of the most popular books of our times. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, The Fall of Freddie the Leaf, has released its Anniversary Edition at a time when stories of comfort and inspiration have become more important than ever. The Fall of Freddie the Leaf is a classic fable for anyone who has suffered a permanent loss. The tale is an inspiring allegory illustrating the delicate balance between life and death - as Freddie the Leaf and his companion leaves change with the passing seasons, finally falling to the ground with a winter’s snow. The book offers solace to adults and children alike. The Fall of Freddie the Leaf’s message that death is part of the natural cycle of life has comforted countless men, women, and children worldwide. This classic fable is, “Dedicated to all children who have ever suffered a permanent loss, and to the grown ups who could not find a way to explain it.”

“It's not enough to have lived. We should be determined to live for something. May I suggest that it be creating joy for others, sharing what we have for the betterment of personkind, bringing hope to the lost and love to the lonely.”

Leo F. Buscaglia
1924-1998

Leo Buscaglia, PhD - the author of books such as Living, Loving and Learning and Born for Love, renowned lecturer, and University of Southern California professor - touched untold numbers with his insights into how we seek happiness and create loving relationships.

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At this Web site, you'll learn about Dr. Buscaglia, his works, and his distinctive outlook on life. You'll also be able to read the words of others whose lives have been enriched by Dr. Buscaglia's teachings.

The Web site is divided into the following sections:

• Felice Foundation - Learn all about this unique, public non-profit organization, founded by Dr. Buscaglia to enhance the spirit of giving.
• Meeting Place - Interact with your fellow "netizens" and discuss Dr. Buscaglia's work and ideas with other users online. Who knows what new friends you'll make here?
• Thoughts - Home of the "Love Quiz" as well as collected thoughts, encouragements and affirmations from Leo and others.
• Resources - A place for news, to buy a book, or pass along a personal Postcard to someone you know.

This site has earned a citation from A Positive Place, a compendium of "Empowering, Uplifting, Motivational, Spiritual, Meditative, Contemplative, Success-Oriented, Nurturing and Supportive" Web sites.

The World of Leo Buscaglia has been acknowledged by Heartwarmers4u, which encourages us "to continue your good work as an inspiration to all and in making the Internet an instrument of hope and goodwill."