Is HGTV like porn for women?

I’m staying at a friend’s place and he has something I lack: Cable TV. I have been exposed to more shows than I can imagine. During surfing I have noticed an interesting effect. Women absolutely cannot simply pass by HGTV channel (for cable challenged that is Home and Garden TV). They are absolutely mesmerized by the changing color scheme, or home makeovers or which house Daphne and Brett will choose. I know the answer – Daphne will always pick the most expensive one. He will let it be her choice. I can’t stand watching then channel. But, XX chomosome holders seem to love it the way an XY holder’s attention is grabbed by a flash of skin.

So, ladies, do you watch that channel? What is it that grabs your attention? Why do you care which house someone else chooses? Do you really expect to do any of the things they do? Or is it satisfying some primal nesting need?