Sometimes they need the time away from us to know what they really want, seeing us only clouds their feeling and makes them confused, lol, did I just say that?!
So, maybe my H needs his space too, and I need mine.
Collector of tools? Well, let me ask you this, have you ever used them? At least now you have the space to use them, make it a new goal! Making things with your own hands, can be so rewarding!
Give C her space she asks for, I thin you will be busy with the new house!