Gym and Alexis: Tamra's Dinner Gone Bad | The Real Housewives of Orange County Photos

Vicki doesn't want to go to Tamra's gym-opening dinner alone, and asks Alexis to be her date.

Alexis is skeptical that she'd be welcome, but ultimately agrees because Vicki is so persistent.

Heather fills in for a radio host, and loves doing it. She even picked out her favorite "radio outfit."

Alexis brings her kids over to a playdate at Lydia's.

Of course, it's a playdate for Lydia and Alexis as well. Alexis suggests that Lydia also tag along for Tamra's gym party.

Heather gets ready for a night out on the town with the McLaughlins.

When the McLaughlins bring up the architectural feature, Heather asserts that they won't be able to do the article unless it's a cover.

Lydia and her hubby Doug aren't surprised -- and they aren't giving them the cover either.

As Slade takes off to visit his son, Gretchen already misses him. She's sad that they don't know when he'll be back.

Tamra explains that she felt put on the spot, and was forced to invite Alexis to her gym opening.

Eddie is upset that Tamra let Vicki convince her to invite Alexis.

Alexis gets ready to go out after cooking dinner for her kids.

Alexis and Lydia decide to go to the dinner together. This will be the first time that Lydia meets Tamra and Gretchen.

Gretchen is bummed to hear that Alexis will be attending Tamra's festivities.

Time to go! Heather is ready to head out to celebrate Tamra's accomplishments.

Waiting for the rest of the crowd, Tamra and Gretchen catch up.

Heather agrees: it's very difficult to set up a business as a mother.

That ladies are heading out! Anxious about the upcoming dinner, Vicki, Lydia, and Alexis decide to arrive at the party together.

Tamra reveals to the group that she felt forced by Vicki to include Alexis.

We come bearing gifts! Eager to put their best feet forward, Vicki, Alexis, and Lydia each bring a special something for Tamra.

The evening seems to be moving along just fine as Tamra shows and explains the gym's renderings to Alexis.

But soon after, these three are already feeling left out.

After a particularly tense moment, Heather asks, "Is dinner ready?"

Tamra and Gretchen stifle their laughter.

Later at dinner, the topic of Alexis' attempts to sue Tamra become unavoidable.

Tamra says that Alexis is lucky to be at the dinner.

Heather isn't too happy to be called a bully by Alexis.

Ultimately, Tamra tells Alexis that she has to leave.

Alexis complies, and is happy to do so.

Tamra pretends she can't hear Alexis as she heads for the door.

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