Ep 9. I'll Be Seeing You

Designing Women season 2 episode 9, titled "I'll Be Seeing You," revolves around the lives of four women who run an interior design firm in Atlanta. The episode starts with Mary Jo receiving a call from a man who claims to be her long-lost father. She is surprised and excited as she has never known her father and wants to meet him. However, when her friends learn of the situation, they are skeptical and urge Mary Jo to be cautious about the man's true intentions.

Meanwhile, Julia, the firm's owner, is dealing with her ex-husband, Reese, who is in town for a wedding. Julia still has feelings for Reese, but he left her for another woman, and she is conflicted about how to deal with her emotions as he tries to rekindle their relationship.

At the same time, Charlene is preparing for a reunion with her high school sweetheart, Bill. She is looking forward to seeing him again after many years but is worried that he won't feel the same way about her now that she is divorced and a mother.

Lastly, Suzanne is having trouble with her recent boyfriend, Yale. She is trying to convince him to settle down and have a monogamous relationship, but he is not interested in taking their relationship to the next level. Her frustration with him leads to them having a heated argument, and she ultimately decides to end things.

As the episode progresses, the women go through a series of emotional ups and downs as they navigate their relationships and family issues. Mary Jo is conflicted about whether to trust her father while her friends try to protect her from getting hurt. Julia is torn between her love for Reese and her desire to move on, while Charlene and Suzanne are both struggling with their romantic entanglements.

Throughout the episode, the women rely on each other for support and advice, as they always do. They share laughs, tears, and heartfelt moments of friendship that underscore the bond they share.

In the end, Mary Jo decides to meet her father and finds closure in knowing where she comes from. Julia confesses her feelings to Reese but ultimately decides to move on and start anew. Charlene reunites with Bill, and they rekindle their romance. Suzanne realizes that Yale is not the right person for her and decides to focus on herself for a while.

"I'll Be Seeing You" is a touching episode that showcases the bonds of friendship and the challenges of navigating relationships and family dynamics. It highlights the strength and support that women can provide for each other, as well as the resilience and courage to face the uncertainties of life.