It's kinda like when the Doctor asks the expectant father to "tear up a bedsheet and soak the rags in water".
It gives the soon-to-be-father something "constructive" to do while getting him out of the room (while the REAL work is being done).
And, occasionally, we hit on something big, learn how to be self-sufficient and begin organizing our hive.
Afterall, WE may soon become MSM!