The library where my daughter and I used to do homework together every week has become 'her' space now that she's in high school, and I can feel her pulling away when she sees me there. I don't know if I should respect that distance or if we're losing something we both actually need.
More people experience this than they realize.
How children's growing independence changes the meaning of spaces we once shared freely.
“Where Are You with Third places — bars libraries parks barbershops?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.