Ep 5. Nice She Ain't

In Desperate Housewives season 3 episode 5 titled "Nice She Ain't," the ladies of Wisteria Lane are up to their usual shenanigans. Bree is struggling to deal with her rebellious son, Andrew, who has just returned from college. Meanwhile, Lynette is feeling underappreciated by her husband, Tom, as she juggles their demanding children and her job. Gabrielle is trying to navigate the complexities of her marriage to Carlos, who is currently serving time in prison. And Susan is dealing with the fallout from her relationship with Mike, who has just returned to town.

As the episode opens, Bree is trying to convince Andrew to move out of her house and into his own apartment, but he is resistant. He argues with her about everything from the color of the walls to the type of furniture he wants to buy. Eventually, Bree loses her temper and kicks Andrew out of the house.

Lynette, meanwhile, is dealing with her own issues. She feels like Tom doesn't appreciate all of the hard work she puts in to keeping their family running smoothly. When Tom fails to notice that their youngest child is sick, Lynette takes matters into her own hands and rushes the child to the doctor.

Gabrielle is trying to keep up the appearance of a perfect life, even as she worries about Carlos, who is struggling to survive in prison. She visits him and brings him food, but their conversation is strained. Gabrielle also has to deal with her own personal demons as she struggles with her addiction to shopping.

Susan is still reeling from the news that Mike is back in town. She wants to reconnect with him, but he seems distant and preoccupied. Susan tries to get to the bottom of what's bothering Mike, but he refuses to tell her.

As the episode progresses, the ladies of Wisteria Lane find themselves drawn into a series of intertwined dramas. Bree's son Andrew gets into trouble when he starts selling drugs to support himself. Lynette's child is hospitalized, and she has to navigate the stressful world of hospital bureaucracy to get him the care he needs. Gabrielle confronts her addiction and seeks help, realizing that she can't keep putting on a facade of perfection. And Susan finally gets to the bottom of what's been bothering Mike, leading to some surprising revelations.

Overall, "Nice She Ain't" is a classic episode of Desperate Housewives, full of drama, humor, and surprising twists and turns. It showcases the show's ensemble cast at their best, as they navigate the complex world of Wisteria Lane. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this episode.