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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 2021: Day Seventeen

Opening to Divination Circle round thrice As the witch’s pouch Is held tight. The cauldron is filled With water and moonlight. Gaze up towards Lady Moon And call forth your desire. The herbs in the bag of art Throw now … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Sixteen

The Ancestor’s CauldronA Pathworking of Communion I would like to invite you to join me on a journey of seeking wisdom from the ancestors. The pathworking  may be used anytime to deepen your connection, but it is particularly useful as … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Fifteen

Preparing To Meet the Ancestors Who Are the Ancestors? Samhain is particularly ripe with talk of the ancestors and honoring the dead and often is an integral part of the celebration. The term “ancestor” is used in different ways depending … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Fourteen

Samhain Incense and Oils The “smells and bells” of Samhain enhance any working and celebration. Incense is a staple of this Sabbat and can be used in a variety of ways, from serving as a veiling for ancestor communion to … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Thirteen

The Full Moon of Aries and the Maiden October 20.2021 10.57am (EDT) Full Moon in Aries A Full Moon cues the tension held between the Sun and Moon, each in the sign of its opposing other. This moon in particular … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021:Day Twelve

What About These Veils? Introductory Thoughts Specific to 2021: Over the past several years the Veils have been thinning earlier than would normally have been. Many things have played into this shifting and in particular for 2021 and the extent … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Eleven

Full Moon is Coming! Come, Gather Near! Full Moon is coming Come gather near The magick is upon us Our Ancestors are near. Aries rises with enthusiasm Youthful energy and joy The promise it holds is new gifts of The … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Ten

The Witch’s Year Tarot Spread Today’s post is an excerpt from one I crafted on my blog at Pagan Square. I’ve routinely been asked to repeat it, so here we go. Enjoy…. The season is upon us and the Witch’s New Year … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Nine

Divination: A Comprehensive Resource for Tarot Today is Day Nine of our Samhain countdown and I want to call your attention to the number “9” and the topic I have chosen for today and tomorrow’s post. The numerology of nine … Continue reading

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30-Days of Samhain 2021: Day Eight

Books of the Craft Reading quality books on the Craft and a focus of continued learning extend beyond the 30-Days of Samhain experience. Last year I added book reviews as Bonus Posts for 30-Days and the response was emphatically-“yes”. So, … Continue reading

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