Well, the fact that i am a time served plumber as well, so very practically minded, lol.
Cannot believe nobody has cooked for you. I had a friend over the other day, no romance, just the offer of some home made apple crumble, and in the 2 hours notice that it was i had a 3 course lunch ready for her when she got here. And proper coffee, none of that instant rubbish when i have guests, lol.
Top that off with having a quick shower, washing some dishes, putting the rubbish out, a quick mop and hoover, as well as a small tidy (im a little ocd so there wasnt a lot to tidy) and i think i did well. haha.
The problem is, women my age or older like to be the housewife and like you say, wont give it up, and the younger women want a rugby player type bloke and to eat out all the time. i embrace being single forever with open arms. lol.