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Episode 6 of Maid begins with Alex in group therapy. She reflects back on an important turning point in her life, when she almost attended a writing program at university. Alex had always been interested in writing, but she was worried about how to start. She almost decided to go to a writing program at university, but something changed her mind. She can’t remember what it was, but she remembers feeling like she didn’t have to do it if it wasn’t what she wanted. After that, things started going better for her and she became more confident in herself. ..
Alex is on the brink of losing her sanity. She’s still staying with Paula, whose eccentricity is less than ideal. Alex is also struggling to find accommodation. The only way to get a place to stay is through using Home TBRA, a government funded financial aid that pays a percentage of her rent. Unfortunately, that’s something very few landlords are willing to give a look in. ..
Nate has been a constant source of help throughout the show, but his intentions are still unclear. Does he just want to get in Alex’s pants or is he genuinely caring and wanting to help her? That’s something Alex ponders when he suggest she switch daycares to the same one as his, given he can put in a good word for her.
In the latest episode of “Reality TV World,” Alex confronts her dark past and the reality of her situation. This week, attention turns to Sean, who admits he’s been a drunk since he was 9. His father used to beat him with a tire iron and his brother was starving, forcing Sean to give up school and get a job. ..
This explains why Alex is in a sour mood and why Sean is regretting not getting sober earlier for the family. Alex tries to reassure Sean that she will do her best to keep him on track, after an earlier spat in the diner.
Nate offers Alex a place to stay on Fisher’s Island if she can be accepted as a resident. Alex needs to be accepted as a resident in order to stay at the daycare. If Alex is not accepted, the spot will be gone and she will have to leave the island.
Regina, the woman who was supposed to be taking care of Alex during her divorce, has decided that she wants to stay in the house and work on her new business. Alex is not happy about this and decides to clean the house himself in order to spite Regina.
When a new house listing goes live for a studio, Alex manages to sweet talk the client into accepting her – on the tradeoff that she does yard work. After all that grafting, it’s a massive win.
Alex is excited to finally catch a break. She and Maddy start fixing up the yard. Thanks to Alex’s hard work, Vivian allows Maddy to have her party at their place. ..
Nate is the first to arrive at the mermaid party and he’s got mermaid party hats and even mermaid bath toys for Maddy too. It’s a really sweet gift but Alex is troubled. Paula and Sean both show up late, with the latter showing up with a date. Even worse, Paula jokes about a fight she and Basil has had, resulting in her husband leaving with the RV – which has all her stuff inside. ..
If that wasn’t bad enough, Alex’s date shows up with her friends, booze, and a whole lot of trouble. That’s obviously something that worries her, but thankfully she doesn’t lose her studio. At least not yet. Putting Maddy to bed, Alex smiles as her daughter admits that this was the best night ever.
Nate is the only other person who can help Vivian with her studio apartment. He offers to help her move in, but she has to agree to do things his way. He won’t let her use the shower, or change clothes in the living room without his permission. Vivian is so angry and frustrated, but she can’t seem to get Nate to understand that she’s just trying to survive.
The Episode Review
It’s hard to watch when Alex loses her studio apartment, just like everyone else. She worked so hard to get it and now it’s gone.
There have been moments in this show that have made me feel so grateful for the people who have helped me, and for the opportunities that I’ve had.
Maid does an excellent job of showcasing how anxiety and dread can feel during a party. This is similar to how many others will feel too, watching the party take a downward turn after taking a few deep breaths of happiness. ..
The fate of Alex, who was in a coma for over a year after a car accident, is still up in the air. While some may be anxious to see what happens next, the show has been outstanding and difficult to watch. ..
