Ep 13. Sweatshop Annie & The Annoying Baby Shower

In Will & Grace season 9 episode 13, titled "Sweatshop Annie & The Annoying Baby Shower," Grace is invited to her interior design firm's baby shower for one of her colleagues, a woman named Vanessa who Grace deems annoying. Grace reluctantly attends the shower, but finds herself surprised to see her former design mentor, a woman named Annie, also in attendance. Annie is known for her exceptional and groundbreaking designs, but also for her harsh and uncompromising leadership style, which led to her being nicknamed "Sweatshop Annie." Grace initially tries to avoid Annie, but eventually must confront her and try to make amends for their past falling out.

Meanwhile, Will and Karen are tasked with babysitting Karen's step-granddaughter Zoey. Will is hesitant, as he has never been good with children, and Karen is more interested in attending the baby shower than watching the child. Zoey proves to be quite a handful, constantly looking for attention and getting into mischief. Will begins to lose his patience, but eventually finds a way to connect with Zoey and keep her entertained.

Back at the baby shower, Grace's attempts at reconciliation with Annie are met with resistance, and the two women end up clashing over a design concept. Grace is left feeling frustrated and dejected, but ultimately realizes that her passion for design and desire to be successful should not overshadow her relationships with the people around her. She makes a heartfelt apology to Annie and the two women are able to reconcile.

As the episode comes to a close, Will and Karen bring Zoey to the baby shower, where she promptly causes chaos by accidentally spilling punch all over the place. Despite the mess, everyone ends up having a good time, and Grace is grateful for the chance to reconnect with Annie and reflect on the importance of balancing work and personal relationships.

Overall, "Sweatshop Annie & The Annoying Baby Shower" offers a lighthearted and humorous look at the struggles of balancing work, family, and friendships, and reminds viewers of the importance of forgiveness and connection in all areas of life.