The episode starts off with a little bit of awkwardness, what Shannon and David do best!
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When her husband surprises her with a quick getaway for a night at the St. Regis, Shannon is shocked. This is definitely a Spanx occasion.
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Over at Coto Insurance HQ, Vicki tries to spruce the place up. She can't figure out why her receptionist keeps falling asleep on the job.
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Maybe it's all the dark wood, the running fountain and the candlelight? Just a hunch.
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Finally, a little alone time for the Beadors. They do what anyone would do with a night away from the kids -- put on robes, get in bed and drink expensive Bloody Marys.
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Despite what it looks like, Shannon was actually happy to be there.
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Everyone, meet Lizzie! What better way to introduce yourself to a new group than by gluing fake flowers to your chest for an ugly sweater party.
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Whoops, there she goes! The former beauty queen scored the first (and only) fall of the night.
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Tamra and Eddie chat up new friend Danielle and her husband, who all fill out their ugly Christmas sweaters beautifully.
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Really, take all the ugly sweater-ness in.
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Lizzie recognizes Tamra from CUT Fitness. And Eddie recognizes Lizzie from her... sweater.
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Ugly sweater party pro tip: Really up the hideous quotient by doubling the sweaters! A fleece collar on its own is a statement, but two fleece collars is extraordinary.
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Vicki missed the ugly sweater party because she was busy being romanced...
Vicki and Brooks (Vrooks? Bicki?) discuss the status of your relationship.
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"To me, you are absolutely stunningly gorgeous... You do it for me. I'll take you any day," Brooks professes.
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Back at the St. Regis, David and Shannon attempt to reconnect over dinner.
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But Shannon's still feeling a little unloved. Especially because David mentioned the idea of breast implants. "As soon as you get the penile implant." Say it, Shannon!
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Heather took some time out at the sweater party to get to know Lizzie, and she got the Dubrow stamp of approval. "She seems bright, she's beautiful... she's a total package!"
