Once upon a time
In a faraway land
Where cliffs stand still
The ships rest and harbour 
Where birds sing songs
The earth evergreens

Where black, white, brown
Are known as one colour

There was a mother
Came from a long-lost island
in search of peace and shelter

There were these noblemen and women
Who rescued her family
Gave warmth and care
Embraced her
Guided her
Gave her friends and family
Blew her the magical dust of Hope

They called themselves ‘Sass’ 
which means ‘Breath’

And she lived happily ever after
Nestling in peace with her cubs. 

by Aruni McShane

In her poetry and essays, Aruni shares her own journey towards independence and a renewed sense of identity. Her new publishing, Purity and Hope: The Journey of Aruni McShane is now available for purchase.