I don't think it's old fashioned Chatty to feel that way. I feel the same way. It's what we were taught. I think mothers should be home with their children, but I understand that they can't always be. A mother has to do what a mother has to do. A single mother needs to do it all. You shouldn't feel sad or guilty for working. You had to feed and clothe them and pay the rent. I know you must feel you missed out on something, but I think you should be proud of yourself.
Louisa