Every Tuesday I sit in the same spot at the diner and Linda the waitress knows my order and asks about my week and I realized she might be the only person who really sees me anymore.
More people experience this than they realize.
The reliable presence of someone whose job requires kindness can become a lifeline when other relationships feel absent or demanding.
“Where Are You with Third places — bars libraries parks barbershops?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.