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After a stern talking-to from Marie, Ray goes to apologize. He finds Robert relaxing in a "society hot tub" with two attractive female neighbors, Colleen and Lisa. In a rare moment of vulnerability, Ray admits he gets bored easily with the kids, citing how the twins were more fascinated by a bottle cap at the zoo than the actual animals.

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Robert, in turn, acknowledges that Ray is a full-time father with no "escape," whereas Robert only sees the kids for a few hours at a time, making it easier for him to be the "fun" uncle. The brothers reconcile, concluding the episode on a high note. Episode Number: Season 5, Episode 22. After a stern talking-to from Marie, Ray goes to apologize

In the Everybody Loves Raymond Season 5 episode (Episode 22), the Barone family’s usual sibling rivalry takes a parenting-focused turn. The episode, which first aired on May 7, 2001, explores the friction that arises when Ray realizes his children might actually prefer their "cool" Uncle Robert over him. The Plot: A Case of Parental Jealousy Michelle Beauchamp (Lisa) and Renee Faia (Colleen)

This leads to a heated argument where Ray tells Robert to "get a life," leaving Robert deeply hurt and the kids disappointed. Even the usually supportive Debra takes Robert's side, pointing out that Robert genuinely takes an interest in the children while Ray often finds parenting "boring".