Ep 8. The Victory Tree

Grace Under Fire season 5 episode 8, titled "The Victory Tree," centers around the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew, which hit Florida in 1992. Grace, played by Brett Butler, is asked by her son Quentin to help him with a school project about the hurricane. While working on the project, Grace remembers her own experience during the storm, which prompts her to confront her own fear and vulnerability.

As Grace and Quentin work on the project, they struggle to find information about the hurricane. Grace's ex-husband Jimmy, played by Geoff Pierson, advises them to visit the local library for resources. While at the library, Grace comes across a book written by a survivor of Hurricane Andrew. The book inspires Grace to remember her own story of survival and she decides to write her own memoir about the experience.

As Grace begins to write her memoir, she is confronted with many of the difficult emotions she experienced during the storm. She also has to navigate her personal relationships, including her relationship with her ex-husband Jimmy and her friends Jean and Russell. Throughout the episode, Grace learns how to confront her fears and confront her own vulnerability.

The episode also explores the impact of the hurricane on the community. Grace and her friends Jean and Russell organize a fundraiser to purchase a victory tree for the city. The tree is meant to serve as a symbol of hope and survival for the community. The fundraiser brings the community together and allows them to cope with the trauma of the hurricane.

Overall, Grace Under Fire season 5 episode 8, "The Victory Tree," offers a powerful and emotional look at the impact of Hurricane Andrew on the community. The episode explores themes of fear, vulnerability, and community resilience. Through the character of Grace, the show offers a powerful depiction of the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.