Ep 17. Diamonds

In season 1 episode 17 of Everybody Loves Raymond, titled "Diamonds," Ray and Debra get into an argument when Ray forgets to wear his wedding ring while out with his friends. Debra accuses him of not valuing their marriage and thinks he purposely left it off to flirt with other women. Ray denies this and insists it was an honest mistake.

Meanwhile, Marie finds a diamond earring in Ray and Debra's bedroom and assumes it is Raymond's anniversary gift for Debra. She tells Robert, who is jealous of Raymond's seemingly perfect marriage, about the gift and Robert becomes determined to one-up Raymond by buying a more extravagant anniversary present for his girlfriend, Amy.

As the episode progresses, the misunderstandings and miscommunications between the characters lead to a series of comical mishaps. Debra becomes increasingly frustrated with Ray's forgetfulness and lack of empathy, while Raymond becomes annoyed with her constant nagging.

Robert's attempts to outdo Raymond with his anniversary gift backfire when he realizes that Amy doesn't like diamonds. Meanwhile, Marie's assumption that Raymond bought the diamond earring leads to an awkward confrontation between her and Debra.

In the end, Raymond and Debra reconcile and Raymond surprises her with the actual anniversary gift he had hidden in his sock drawer. The episode offers a humorous commentary on the challenges of marriage and the importance of communication and understanding in any relationship.

Overall, "Diamonds" is a light-hearted and entertaining episode that showcases the comedic talent of its cast and the relatable struggles of everyday life.