Desperate Housewives Rundown, "Being Alive" This week's episode of Desperate Housewives follows the residents of Wisteria Lane as they deal with the aftermath of Julie's attack. Susan's friendships with the housewives are tested, the newest neighbors find their son on the list of suspects and Mrs. McCluskey lands a new love. There were scandals all over the place this week, so to talk about it just read more.