Ep 12. Not While I'm Around

In the season 3 episode 12 of Desperate Housewives titled "Not While I'm Around", the residents of Wisteria Lane come together for a charity event to support the victims of a recent tornado. Bree and Orson host the event at their home, where they serve delicious food and raise money for the cause. However, tensions between Bree and Orson continue to rise as Orson secretly meets up with a woman from his past.

Meanwhile, Lynette struggles with her relationship with her mother, Stella, who is visiting for the event. Stella tries to take control of Lynette's household, causing friction between the two. Lynette also becomes increasingly suspicious of her husband, Tom, and his close relationship with their neighbor, Mrs. McCluskey.

Gabrielle is excited about her newfound success with her personal shopper business, but she becomes overwhelmed when she has too many clients to handle. She turns to Carlos for help, but he is preoccupied with his alcohol addiction. Gabrielle confronts Carlos about his problem, leading them to have a heated argument.

Susan receives unexpected news about her daughter, Julie, which causes her to reevaluate her choices in life. Meanwhile, Mike is offered a job opportunity that could separate him from Susan.

The charity event takes a dramatic turn when a valuable piece of jewelry goes missing, leading to suspicions and accusations among the guests. The residents of Wisteria Lane must come together to solve the mystery and restore trust among themselves.

"Not While I'm Around" is an episode that showcases the complex and intertwined lives of the residents of Wisteria Lane. It explores themes of family dynamics, trust, and the consequences of choices. The episode is filled with humor, drama, and unexpected plot twists, making it a must-watch for fans of the series.