Think his "Genie" left him. At least he didn't use that old phrase "that is women's work". She didn't appear to be a woman that would take his stuff. All kidding aside, couples need to be helpmates. It is really helpful to train boys from young. Teach them how to cook, how to clean, do wash and sew. It's by far the greatest gift you could ever give your daughter-in-law! It also good to know if the wife gets sick. Also good to involve some cross-training. Fathers can teach their daughters some basics enough to get by on their own.