I don't agree that it's a case of grass being greener, the difference is that you as a family are able to make that choice, after having had the opportunity and

I don't agree that it's a case of grass being greener, the difference is that you as a family are able to make that choice, after having had the opportunity and privilege earlier in life. > the bond invested in our children will be there forever. It is entirely possible to bond with our children and still maintain a career. These are not mutually exclusive the way you've implied.