In Bill Bennett's best-selling The Book of Virtues, he lists work as one of the top ten virtues.
Most historians agree that Western culture was built on the work ethic.
In the family, much work needs to be done. Clothes must be washed, beds need to be made, food has to be prepared, trash must be stashed. Animals must be fed, cars must be washed, and grass must be mowed. Ideally it is shared by husband, wife, and children. If the road to greatness is serving others, then such work gives me a chance to aspire to greatness.