It's a very funny topic, especially if you read about it on the Internet.
Perhaps you can say it a bit differently, even if it looks like a joke - women came up with the idea that men came up with the idea that women only need a cash!
Now that is much closer to the truth.
If you think a little, everything becomes obvious and the question "why" disappears by itself:
1. A woman is a home keeper, and a man is the earner. And this is to ensure both house keeping and a full stomach.
2. Husbands should be proud of their woman and brag to all the other males for them to become envy. That means obligatory new outfits for your women)
3. If something is wrong with the appearance or one of you is sick. it again, means that more cash is needed.
4. If familly budget is not sufficient, you then again have to think out how to deal with it.
5. Going around the town with her will makes you feel prestigious, and that is also not for nothing.
And there are many other points, but the conclusion suggests itself.
If you want to be proud of your choice and prove to everyone that your female is the best, then make sure that your woman is happy. In this case, you will always be waiting for the friendly atmosphere in the house, delicious food, and a hot bed.
And what is the idea of happy family life for you, what would you exclude or add?

Anastasia.