Ashes in the Wind & Friendships Unravel
RHOBH S13 E15
In The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 13 Episode 15, Sutton prepares to scatter Merse's ashes, symbolizing the release of two decades of her life, including her father's death, her marriage, and Merse's passing. Joined by Trevor, Sutton and the ladies wear flower necklaces and share emotional moments, with Sutton urging them to let go of something. As she tosses the ashes, the wind blows them back on the group. Each woman expresses what they want to leave behind, ranging from personal struggles to emotional burdens. Erika and Crystal apologize for contributing to each other's pain.
Later, during a Flamenco dance lesson, the ladies reflect on their favorite moments from the trip. Sutton toasts Erika on her residency, despite not being invited. In a confessional, Sutton expresses joy at seeing the ladies bond and share personal experiences. The episode ends with Dorit visiting Kyle, where they discuss Kyle's strained marriage with Mo. Kyle reveals they are not communicating, and she feels they need help to survive as Mo prioritizes the Agency over their relationship.
VPR S11 E2
In Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Episode 2, Tom returns from filming Special Forces and finds himself at odds with Schwartz. Ariana, uninterested in Tom's birthday party plans, reveals she will move out once the house is sold. Lala suggests to Ariana that moving out may be easier for her. Meanwhile, Lisa and Ken attend the closing party at Pump, where Schwartz, who is tending bar, informs Lisa that the partners asked Sandoval to step away from the business.
Later, at Tom's birthday party, tensions rise as James feels betrayed by Tom for not reaching out to him. Tom apologizes, but James is upset and leaves after a heated exchange. The episode also features personal moments, such as Scheana discussing postpartum OCD and her trust issues with leaving her baby with a sitter. The dynamic between Schwartz and Sandoval becomes strained as they discuss the bar business, with Schwartz expressing hurt over Sandoval's actions and questioning their future partnership. The episode concludes with James leaving Tom's party after a confrontation, emphasizing the lingering tensions within the group.
