An AU inspired by Couples Retreat (feat. Jam on a tropical island, under Michael’s expert relationship guidance).
the follow up to "Five years".
starting with Jim's side of the story leading up to the original ending, and then following Jim and Pam, their kids, and their life in Paris. New conflict will arise, new stories will be told, and new perspectives explored.
A lot can change in a year, but for Pam and Jim, that year might be their sweetest yet. Unexpected life events challenge them to grow and become what the other one needs most.
An AU story that follows Pam and Jim through a year in their relationship starting with the engagement and ending with their marriage.
Jim & Pam celebrate St. Valentines in a special way this year.
Spoilers through Season 6.
Jim Halpert told her once that he was not the leaving kind, and she believed him.
So I've re-named this after having written some more of the story. And changed it all a little. Instead of the temptations and fights I'd wanted to write, this all took a different spin.
Now we're starting with Jim's leaving and going back to examine how he got to that point.
Definitely a little heartbreaking, if I do say so myself. You've been warned.
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