ABOUT
Loving Waters is a growing community of Water Stewards, united in remembrance and reverence for our deep connection with Water, our Essential Source.
We joyfully raise awareness of Water's importance through community gatherings, practices, and ceremonies, discovering together the reciprocal relationship we share with Water.
OUR INITIATORS
Shelley Darling
Shelley's greatest joy is bringing individuals and communities together, sharing in the wonder of Water as it unifies and connects to the living patterns of the universe.
She has dedicated over 35 years to the path of Unconditional Love, Embodied Heart Awakening, and Conscious Evolution. Her work is a transformative journey, creating a dynamic whole systems approach that empowers navigating our return to wholeness.
"Upon hearing the Water's call, our hearts rise to answer. Together, moved by a deep remembering and willingness to stand, we follow the urge to gather for our ONE Water, not as a commodity or resource, but as the veritable Essence of All Life."
Elizabeth Herald
Elizabeth is a passionate citizen and a dedicated Water Guardian, committed to restoring purity to Water's body, flow, and song for future generations of all life. Her advocacy is rooted in her childhood, inspired by the pure waters of California's High Sierra, especially Lake Tahoe (Da Ow ga).
With over 28 years of experience as an editor, cameraperson, and producer in media production, she believes modern media is a powerful tool for learning and inspiring positive change. It reminds us of our deep connection to Water and our duty to protect and honor it throughout our lives.
"At the purest level of Truth, All of Life on Earth is simply the infinite creative impulse of Water expressing her Love and Curiosity."
Julie Armstrong
Julie is a dedicated water advocate whose work focuses on deepening our connection with nature and protecting water resources. In the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Julie fosters a deeper connection between people and their local watersheds.
As founder of ACT for Bees, Julie promotes bee health in the ACT region. This initiative aims to make the ACT "Bee Friendly" by collaborating with schools, government bodies, and community groups to create pollinator-friendly environments. Through her work, Julie exemplifies the power of community-driven environmental stewardship, inspiring positive change in her community and beyond.
"By gathering together and sending Love and Gratitude to the Water, we are consciously enhancing the vibration of the Water in the lake or river, in our bodies, and also the surrounding landscape. Love is a powerful healer! "
WATER STEWARDS
Charlie "Riverman" Bergeron
Charlie Riverman Bergeron is a Watershed Guardian for the Mt Agamenticushed in York, Maine. His life purpose was transformed by a Near Death Experience in 1991. Known as an EarthAngel, he serves as a Spiritual Recovery Facilitator, helping others connect with their Spirit Nature.
Charlie specializes in Dowsing Energy and Co-Creating positive connections with living spaces and the Earth. With over 20 years of experience, his expertise includes being a Course In Miracles Facilitator, Usui Reiki Master, and more.
""Together, we are a growing community of water advocates, uniting in service for our ONE Sacred Water.” understanding "Water is Life" and "Life is Water""
Maya Shaw Gale
Maya Shaw Gale is a Water Guardian, Ceremonialist, transformational life coach, published poet, energy worker, and retreat leader. Her journey with Water began in 1987 during a backpacking trip in California, where she received a profound transmission. Drawing from the research of Dr. Matsuo Emoto and Dr. Gerald Pollack, as well as indigenous practices like the Medicine Wheel Ceremony, she conducts monthly full moon Water Blessing Ceremonies in Santa Barbara and travels to initiate circles elsewhere. Maya also serves as the secretary at the Tribal Trust Foundation in Santa Barbara.
"My passion is to unify communities around the understanding of Water as our common ancestor, our essence, and the Source of all Life and to restore our sacred relationship with Water and Mother Earth."
Kathleen Brigidina
Kathleen Brigidina is a dedicated water guardian and advocate for Earth, sharing ancient wisdom through her roles as a Sacred Earth Eco-artist, writer, art facilitator, & creative doula energy coach. Embracing the nurturing qualities of Water and Earth, she fosters connections as the Creative Visionary Advisor with “MUSEA, University of Intentional Creativity”, Board member and Facilitator Trainer with “Unity through Creativity”, and Leadership Team member of “GATE- Global Alliance for Transformational Entertainment”. Committed to the Great Lakes Watershed, as well as the Des Plaines, Chicago, and Fox Rivers, Kathleen holds a deep bond between humanity and nature.
“May we bless the water coursing through our bodies, each other, as well as coursing through the planet. May we also help illuminate a deeper love and gratitude for water itself, so it may cleanse and nourish our minds, our hearts, our souls to live a more consciously connected life."
Martin Diggs
Martin Diggs discovered his creative calling at the intersection of artistry and spiritual connection with the natural world. Through his lens, he doesn't merely capture images – he communes with the essence of water, revealing its sacred dialogue with the universe. His photography becomes a meditation on the profound relationship between elements: the dance of sunlight across rippling surfaces, the whispered stories of wind, and the ever-changing canvas of the sky above.
In his collection, Diggs serves as a translator of nature's ancient language, interpreting the messages that Mother Earth weaves into every wave and ripple. His work reminds us that we are not merely observers of nature's beauty, but integral participants in its spiritual narrative.
"at one with camera, at one with spirit
my passion, my love, my soul
sitting in nature flowing in harmony capturing
synchronicities and their messages
and sharing my eye for yours"