KS Tahn : Writing

Things I love about you

Things I love about you

A Poem by KS Tahn


I love that you take care of yourself.I love that you make time for me.I love that you have clear boundaries.I love that you want reciprocity.I'm than..
Why am I afraid of you showing up?

Why am I afraid of you showing up?

A Story by KS Tahn


I triple lock the doors, I keep the house inspection-ready. I lock the windows and have all my papers hidden from view.Why do I check the tire marks i..
On Disgust

On Disgust

A Poem by KS Tahn


"I can't even look at you."You think I am talking about physical attraction. You think that's what is no longer there.But I'm not.It's deeper. It's di..
Replacement

Replacement

A Poem by KS Tahn


She's new, it's exciting, I'm sure. Not a whiff of the old - you're not leaving the couch, the unkept beard that you would suck on, the ripped t-shirt..
On Connection

On Connection

A Poem by KS Tahn


Respect, listening with empathy, a view to understanding, a trustful sharing of the nice and not so nice.Uplifting, hearing, supporting, caring.Helpin..
On Avoidance

On Avoidance

A Poem by KS Tahn


Retreat!The call goes out, the bridge is withdrawn and a heavy quiet prevails.There are no answers, there is no resolution.Only an expectant wanting. ..
On Co-Dependence

On Co-Dependence

A Poem by KS Tahn


I don't understand.Isn't that devotion?Isn't that giving of yourself? Isn't that sharing?Isn't that prioritizing their needs? Isn't that connection?Is..
On Fear

On Fear

A Poem by KS Tahn


I have been advised to write to exorcise my fear. My primal fear. My ever-present fear. My one eye closed, tentatively waiting for the other boot to d..