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Robin Fennelly is an Elder within The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition and also serves as High Priestess of Coven of the Mystic Path. She teaches and facilitates classes for the Pagan Experience Study Group that serves as foundation for membership within Coven of the Mystic Path. Her spiritual journey is strongly rooted in both Eastern philosophy and theWestern Magickal systems from which she has formed a core foundation that is diverse in knowledge and rich in spiritual practice. A life-long learner, her practice has evolved from the classical and philosophical teachings of books, practical experience and enrichment of this knowledge base by attending workshops of various spiritual traditions presented by master teachers. Robin formally came to the Wiccan path in 1994. Following practice as a solitary for 2 years, she dedicated to Oak and Willow Coven of The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition in November of 1996. She received her 1st, 2nd and finally 3rd degrees within the Assembly Tradition. As a teacher of esoteric and magickal studies she has used Energetic Anatomy, Tarot, Astrology, Hermetic Qabala, Eastern Philosophy, and Numerology as the foundations of her diverse selection of workshops and writings for more than 25 years. Exploration of varied energetic protocol has been the focus of her work for some time now and the information gained through direct experience informs all of her magickal and spiritual work. Robin’s writings have been featured online, and in print Internationally. She has authored several books incorporating her unique style of writing making use of poetry, prose and pathworking to enhance the concepts presented. She has taught extensively throughout the Pagan community, including Sacred Space Conference, Spring Magick, Between the Worlds Interfaith Conference and Free Spirit Gathering Festival this Summer. Her most recent project is hosting an online blogging community entitled The Pagan Experience. Robin is the owner of Holistic Embrace providing services for mind, body and spirit such as Tarot readings, Astrology reports, Spiritual Guidance and other related offerings. She lives in Eastern Pennsylvania and her life is blessed by a 43-year marriage, five children and the opportunity to work in the field of public education. Robin's esoteric writings can be found on her blogs.

30-Days of Samhain ESBAT

It’s October 8th, the eve of our kick-off of year 4 of 30-Days of Samhain. Just completed a virtual ESBAT celebration honoring the Last Qrt. Moon in Astrological Cancer. Check it out on Youtube. Enjoy! Picks from the altar for … Continue reading

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A Special Esbat to kick-off 30-Days of Samhain…

BONUS VIRTUAL EVENT: A Special Esbat the eve before 30-Days of Samhain begins its countdown! ESBAT: Last Qrt. Moon in Astrological Cancer – Thursday, October 8th @ 7pm This Esbat ritual will make use of the energy of the Last … Continue reading

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It’s Almost Time…..

The final harvest calls, the Ancestors await and the veils between the worlds have thinned offering the gifts of healing, transformation and deeper communion with the cycles of nature. 2020 marks the fourth year of 30-Days of Samhain! This year … Continue reading

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Esbat Ritual: The Measured Grace of Ma’at

New Moon in Libra – September 17.2020 About the Ritual: The Moon waxes New in Astrological Libra, flowing from the grace of Virgo’s detail. This ritual will call to the intention of Virgo’s Sun and Libra’s New Moon as the … Continue reading

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Time to See the Big Picture:Full Moon in Aquarius

Originally posted on Temple of the Cosmic Spheres:
August 3.2020 11:58am (EDT) The Moon waxes full in the electric sign of Aquarius tomorrow late morning. The atmosphere is filled with tiny charged particles of an electric stimulant that typifies the…

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Summer Solstice Inspiration……

Originally posted on Inspirations of Life:
Just came across this fabulous opportunity to celebrate the Summer Solstice and not have to travel. Check it out: This year, solstice celebrations at Stonehenge monument are canceled due to Covid-19. But for the…

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Parting the Veils of Beltane’s Quickening

The Great Wheel of the Witch’s year has turned once more and we find ourselves held within the magick of creation itself. The Sabbatt of Beltane celebrates the sacred union of the God and Goddess and the potential for new … Continue reading

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A Book for These Uncertain Times…

Protection Spells: Clear Negative Energy, Banish Unhealthy Influences, And Embrace Your Power by Arin Murphy-Hiscock, Adams Media (An Imprint of Simon & Schuster), 978-1-5072-0832-8, 224 pp., 2018 I have read and reviewed several of Arin Murphy-Hiscock’s books and have always … Continue reading

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In the Cold Lay the Beginnings of the Wild

This writing is a reposting of what was published in my Sage Woman Blog several years ago. You will also note that it speaks to the Winter. Although we are moving towards the warmth of May, I felt the intentions … Continue reading

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Inspired Reading-Cozy Up to “Enchantments”

Originally posted on Inspirations of Life:
This weekend I’m offering a book review that may be just what is needed to inspire some magick. Enjoy! Enchantments: A Modern Witch’s Guide to Self-Possession by Myra Spalter Inspired by a New York…

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