Hello. My name is Mary, live in Fremont, Ne. I retired in Dec. of 2021. Worked in the field of mental heath/behavioral health for 38 years. I will have 2 year anniversary Sept. 21 since I self initiated and joining is a gift to myself. I have been a solitary practitioner since adolescence but not a dedicated practice until 3 years ago. As I get older and grow in my practice, I feel a push to connect with like -minded people. I prefer to stay in the closet with everyone in my life as I learned this is best for me. Very excited about the positive energy of Spells8 and to be on a new learning journey!! Grateful and Blessed! Mary
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Hi @mary45! I’m Amethyst from Southern West Virginia. Welcome to the forum! 
It’s great that you’ve joined us here! What kind of magic are you interested in? I’m into candle magic and chanting myself. Have you found the Courses yet? They’re a great way to start on the site.
If you have any questions, about anything, just ask and someone will try to help you out. I look forward to chatting with you more!
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Thank you for your reply! I am very busy working with my plant family, making salves, infused oils. I am actively taking class on herbalism. Just planted a fall garden. I am learning tarot and have begun 4 card spread. The problem is-if it’s really a problem-is I have many interest. I create my own spells. I have followed Spells8 but had not joined so info I could access was limited. So, I will be very busy reading/studying EVERYTHING! Thank you for the suggestions, Amethyst! Peace and Bright Blessings! Mary
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Aw, welcome! That’s so awesome that you finally dedicated yourself. I hope to do that when I’m ready. I’m also secret from my family and solitary, but it is like a big, wonderful family here. I love it. I know you will too. 
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Welcome to Spells8/forum Infinite Roots
I’m Siofra_Strega a moderator in the forum from Cape Cod.
Feel free to search the forum for any topics of interest. If you have any questions feel free to ask in #questions & if you have something you’d like to share start a thread in #witchy-wisdom! We love to learn new things!
I look forward to learning with you 
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HEE! I was like that too! You’ll shortly get caught up. Have fun reading!
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Thank you for the welcome. I truly appreciate it. Mary
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Good Morning. Thank you for your reply. I already feel the support with you and Spells8. I am so very grateful. I believe joining will be most helpful in my practice. Thanks again. Mary
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Hello. Thank you for the welcome. Love your title -Master of Chaos. I do relate. So excited about the new learning and to be able to communicate with others about our practice and journey. Very excited. Peace and Blessings to you. Mary
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Thank you! It’s a part of my life really, I’m getting some order back, but I’m still pretty chaotic with my workings 
I’m sure you will fit right in! We love to meet new people & learn with each other! Have a great rest of your weekend. 
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Thank you for your welcome! I am honored to be so welcomed! Bright Blessings! Mary
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Merry meet @mary45 and welcome to the forum! 
It sounds like you have many magickal interests and a diversity of witchy talents- how exciting! 
I hope you continue to enjoy the resources here and that you always find what you are looking for (and more!) 
Like others have said, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. Know that Q&A Category (along with the other forum categories) are all there for you to use at will- make yourself at home here!
Looking forward to talking with you more soon- Blessed be!
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Thank you. I appreciate your guidance and support reaching out to me. Looking forward to everything Spells8 offers. New experience for me to share anything about my path as I have been completely solitary and in the closet for years. But, seems things are changing with new opportunities. Thank you again! Mary
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It’s my pleasure, Mary- you are very welcome here! New changes and new opportunities are very exciting things as we learn and grow throughout life. May your magickal path continue to be bright and bring you lots of joy!
Blessed be!
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Thank you, Christeena, for your welcome. Bright Blessings. Mary
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Hello and welcome home @mary45
I am Marsha, also a solitary witch, living in Southern Colorado. It’s nice to meet you, Mary! I’m still mostly in the closet too. I’m looking forward to getting to know you better!
With love and magick 
always
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Welcome to Spells8 @mary45 
My name is Megan and I’m one of the moderators here 
I’m a solitary practitioner in my everyday life, though one day I would like to attend a group ritual or be part of a coven. We’re happy to have you here!
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Welcome, @mary45! I also a newcomer here and I can’t say enough about how much I’ve learned and resonated with since joining this coven. Our fellow members are welcoming and wise!
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