Ep 2. Game On!

The Real L Word season 1 episode 2, titled "Game On!," follows the lives of six women living in Los Angeles as they navigate their careers, relationships, and personal struggles. In this episode, the women prepare for Dinah Shore, a weekend-long lesbian party in Palm Springs.

Whitney, one of the main cast members, is a successful producer at a clothing company. She is also in a long-distance relationship with a woman named Rachel. Whitney struggles with balancing her career and her relationship, as she is frequently traveling for work and doesn't get to spend much time with Rachel.

Romantically, the focus of the episode is on Mikey and Raquel. Mikey is a clothing designer and has been dating Raquel for a few months. Raquel is a hair stylist and is part of a group of tempestuous lesbians who refer to themselves as "The Real L Word." Mikey and Raquel constantly argue and bicker, and it's clear that their relationship is on the rocks.

Kacy and Cori, a married couple, are eager to start a family. They've been trying to conceive for a while but haven't had any luck. In this episode, they visit a fertility specialist to explore their options. Cori is anxious about the whole process and worries about how they'll pay for the treatments.

The other two women in the cast are Tracy, a comedian, and Rose, a writer. Though they don't have as much of a storyline in this particular episode, they provide some much-needed moments of levity and humor throughout.

The main plotline of the episode is the women's preparation for Dinah Shore. They frantically pack their bags, cram into a car, and head to Palm Springs for the party. Whitney brings Rachel with her, though it's clear that their relationship is still on shaky ground. Mikey and Raquel argue in the car, and it's clear that their relationship is in trouble, too.

When the women arrive at Dinah Shore, they immediately jump into the party scene. There are tons of women, all dressed in skimpy clothes, dancing and laughing and having fun. For Kacy and Cori, the party scene is a bit overwhelming, and they retreat to a quieter area to take a breather. They discuss their options with the fertility specialist and Cori reveals how scared she is about the whole process.

Whitney and Rachel's relationship hits a breaking point when they argue at a pool party. Whitney is focused on her career and doesn't seem to have much time for Rachel. Rachel, in turn, feels neglected and unimportant. Their argument is intense and emotional, and it's clear that their relationship may not survive the weekend.

Mikey and Raquel's relationship also reaches a crisis point. They argue about their future together, and it's clear that they have very different priorities and goals in life. Raquel is upset that Mikey doesn't seem to take their relationship seriously, while Mikey is frustrated by Raquel's constant need for attention.

The episode ends on a tense note. The women have a final night out at Dinah Shore, but it's clear that the weekend has taken a toll on all of them. Whitney and Rachel have a difficult conversation about their future, while Mikey and Raquel continue to bicker. Kacy and Cori are hopeful about their future family, but also worried about the costs.

"Game On!" is an intense episode that explores the complex relationships and struggles of the show's cast members. It's clear that these women are all at different stages in their lives, but they all have one thing in common – a desire to find love and happiness. The episode does an excellent job of highlighting the highs and lows of the lesbian community, and the unique challenges that they face in life and love.