The CadenceWhat are we doing in love?Christina VaughnJan 17, 2026∙ Paid21ShareWe walkWe danceArm in armOblivious, charmedSinister, disarmedQuiet the chasm buildsSilence between each stepTiptoeingBacks to each otherWe sidestep the inevitableBacking outStepping outBleeding outAnd, music fading,The dance is overEvergreen Encounters with Tina is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becomi…SubscribeContinue reading this post for free, courtesy of Christina Vaughn.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.PreviousNext