Episode Overview
Gretchen invites Jeff's kids to visit from Michigan, hoping they'll take turns at their father's bedside. While they're in town, she seizes the opportunity to explore Hollywood and celebrate her friend Jo De la Rosa's achievements. Meanwhile, Vicki joins Briana at the Red Cross to donate blood, despite her deep fear of needles. Kara struggles with college expenses and lands a summer job at a local boutique, which turns out to be quite the workout. Lynne is on edge as she plans the ideal 18th birthday for her high-maintenance daughter, Raquel, but tensions flare over outfit choices, jeopardizing her plans. At a trendy restaurant, Lynne meets the other housewives for the first time, but quickly makes a blunder that sparks awkwardness. The night takes a turn when Tamra confronts Gretchen about her treatment of her sick fiancé, straining their new friendship.