Thank you for your own reply. I guess what I would say to that is that your anecdotal experience isn't an accurate way to describe an entire gender. Also, are you sure you recognize the need for validation when you see it? People ask in different ways. 

For instance, have you really never heard a man complaining his wife didn't care about or appreciate his hard work? Or that when he wanted some comfort  (i.e. sex) she turned him down? Isn't this a need for validation?

I'm male, if it makes any difference. I sure like it when someone appreciates the thought and time I put into caring for those close to me. If they didn't, it'd be a lot harder!