Ep 16. Sweet Charity

In Everybody Loves Raymond season 7 episode 16 titled "Sweet Charity," the main focus is on Debra's involvement in a local charity event. Debra volunteers to organize the charity auction for the school, and while Ray is initially supportive, he quickly becomes annoyed as she becomes increasingly preoccupied with the event.

Ray is frustrated with Debra because he feels like she's not paying enough attention to him. He begins to act out by sabotaging her plans for the auction, refusing to help her set up tables and chairs, and generally causing chaos. Meanwhile, Debra is stressed out by the pressures of organizing the charity event, and starts to feel overwhelmed.

The tension between Ray and Debra comes to a head when they get into a huge argument over the auction. Ray accuses Debra of being obsessive about the event and neglecting her responsibilities as a wife and mother. Debra, on the other hand, accuses Ray of being selfish and not supporting her in her efforts to give back to the community.

As the auction approaches, the couple realizes that they need to find a way to work together to make it successful. Ray begins to understand the importance of the charity event and apologizes to Debra for his behavior. They make amends and work together to make sure the auction is a success.

The episode also features some great comedic moments, including a subplot involving Robert's attempts to become a hero at the police station. Despite his best efforts, Robert's attempts to impress his coworkers always seem to backfire, leading to some hilarious moments.

In the end, "Sweet Charity" is a heartwarming episode that shows the importance of working together to achieve a common goal. It's a reminder to always support your partner and to take time to give back to your community. Fans of Everybody Loves Raymond will love this episode for its relatable themes, great performances, and laugh-out-loud comedy.