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Xine Segalas

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Hello, I'm Xine Segalas, author of Xine's Pack of Strays & Others and a storyteller on platforms such as Vocal Media, Medium, and my own site, xinespack.com. My journey in writing has allowed me to explore a variety of themes and stories, extending an invitation to readers who enjoy diving into new worlds and experiences. Whether through the pages of my memoir or the stories I've shared online, I hope to connect with fellow book lovers and inspire a sense of wonder and reflection.

Outside of writing, I have a deep appreciation for nature and the simple joy of spending time with my dogs, Marley, Boomer, and Gunner. My hobbies include solving puzzles, engaging in board games, and the daily word puzzles. Meditation, tai chi, and journaling offe
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Xine Segalas While researching my family's ancestry, I discovered on the 1940 census there were three children listed as living with my grandparents: my mother, wh…moreWhile researching my family's ancestry, I discovered on the 1940 census there were three children listed as living with my grandparents: my mother, who was 6; her brother, who was 4; and another brother, named after their father, who was 2. My mother only grew up with one brother, who isn't named after their father!(less)
Xine Segalas The idea to write Xine's Pack of Strays & Others started over twenty-five years ago. I initially thought I would write a children's book, which I woul…moreThe idea to write Xine's Pack of Strays & Others started over twenty-five years ago. I initially thought I would write a children's book, which I would still like to do one day.
But the idea to sit down a write my memoir all came about after we had been in quarantine in the early days of Covid. I thought it would be a good project for me to focus on, and with all the dogs quarantined with us, some of the chapters were writing themselves.(less)
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