"There wasn't enough punch in the world to turn her into that sort of girl, and he wasn't that sort of boy."When gods want to punish us, they grant us our wishes.
7 "Time is a dressmaker specializing in alterations." Faith Baldwin
A story inspired by Ms. Fischer herself and her recently publicized version of Pam's backstory that explains what the hell is going on in her mind now that she's made that poor heartbroken boy move away.
Spoilers through S2
I bought a new suit and cancelled a plane ticket.Ryan finds an assortment of junk in Jim's desk. He lets Pam decide what to do with it.Okay, this is post Stamford (sort of) and is a little AU, given that we now know Jim and Pam have talked a little. It's a bit angsty, but I swear, I was absolutely seized by the urge to write this! It's based a little on some of the comments I read on Live Journal yesterday re: Jim as "a man with needs." Heh. That makes this sound as if it's going to be a pile of smut, and it's not. It'll just be a slightly different Jim - totally drunk!Jim.
Jonathan makes an appearance as well.
And for those of you who are concerned - remember, my fics always end with a happy Jim/Pam. :o) This one probably won't be as long as the others have been; I'm thinking it'll maybe be a two-parter.
Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.An unexpected conversation with Karen gives Jim some perspective. Based on unspoiled speculation for season 3.Pam makes an important call
It starts with the first time Jim and Pam are in the same room again, followed by their first real fight and then..you know...a few other firsts. :)
Not so much a story, as a Jim POV mood piece, following the phone call (that launched a thousand fanfics.)Jim, Pam and Karen, kidding themselves about how things really are.
More Jim and Pam and their adventures in raising baby Jill!