Shirley Custalow "Little Dove" McGowan

So sorry for your loss. I only knew her briefly but her impact was great. Take care my friend!

I was privileged to attend a tour of the Mattaponi Indian Reservation conducted by Shirley "Little Dove". I was profoundly touched by her kindness, knowledge, wisdom and deep love for Nature, her people and their traditions. During the tour, I learned about the history and culture of the Mattaponi People, and through her presence could sense its beauty and wisdom. I will never forget her. The world of today could benefit immensely from following her example and the ways of her people.

ODE TO LITTLE DOVE A tear can no more purify a river Than a firefly can hold back the darkness, Bur a soul weeping against injustice Must take arms to save that which it loves. I met Shirley "Little Dove" Custalow McGowan On the Mattaponi Trail of Hope. We were fighting to save the Mattaponi River From a reservoir proposed by the city of Newport News. Little Dove learned the history and artisan skills of her people And spent much of her life sharing them with the world. She...

I shared learning with Shirley in Bible Study Fellowship and learned from her when she taught at First Night in Williamsburg. She had much to share and I will miss her.

Good bye Lady, you will be missed.