Before I had kids, I loved going to the office. I used to commute 1.5 hours each way to go to the office in San Francisco, because I loved being there and I loved ending my workday in San Francisco, which gave me the chance to take advantage of the cultural activities in San Francisco when I wanted to.

But I have kids now. I much prefer working from home, because it gives me the flexibility to go to their mid-day events, or be home in time for (future) after school activities, and just to see them more.

Even when my commute was only 12 minutes each way, I would still leave home at 9am and not be back until 7pm. I'd barely get to see the kids that way.

For me it's all about being able to see the kids more.

I don't just like the social aspect, though that's real.

I also get more and better work done around people than home alone.