Date: March 04, 2007 06:06 pm Title: Chapter 3
So, so good. Oh jeeze. I have tears in my eyes. You just described such a beautiful scenario in which they could both just give themselves a moment, without words, to just let go. They need something like this before they can move on.
Really lovely.
Author's Response:
Ahh, it means so much to know that this moved you to tears! (Not that I want you to cry, but....)
Seriously, though, that was part of what I was angling for: creating a scenario in which they could just let go.
Thanks for the review!
Date: March 04, 2007 05:57 pm Title: Chapter 1
More!More!More!!! Ugh...this was such a moving scene...Jim struggling not to cry when Pam was. ::sigh::
Author's Response:
First of all, you should know that when I see your new stuff posted, I'm immediately happy - because I know it'll be good. That said, I owe you an enormous apology, because I've not left you proper reviews to reflect that. (It's like my "To be or not to be..." -- to take the time to review and read less as a result, or to be selfish and read more, resulting in less time to review....")
All this to say: It's a personal goal to review more, because I know how important it is. ...So thank you!
10 [Report This]Date: March 04, 2007 05:56 pm Title: Chapter 3
yayy! Continueeeee !!! = )
Author's Response: I promise a continuation (conclusion) by the end of the week, takemyhandx -- thanks for reviewing!
10 [Report This]Date: March 04, 2007 05:48 pm Title: Chapter 3
I keep saying I won't read a story until it's finished, then I get sucked in. I hope you are going to give us the happy ending they/we deserve!
Author's Response:
beetfarm: Not only are you one of those reviewers whose name I see with a kind of sentimental smile (as you've been a faithful reviewer for a long time, which means a lot), but your reviews really make a difference -- like, I am guilty of posting unfinished stories that really, readers would be well justified in ignoriing because they're unfinished. (This weekend I made a personal resolution to finish "Only" by April 1st, because so many people were so great about reviewing it.)
Anyway - thank you for reviewing, and I promise -- this story will conclude (happy ending and all) by the end of this week. :o)
Date: March 04, 2007 05:47 pm Title: Chapter 1
damn, i need a jim.
it was great
Author's Response:
Yeah, I'd say "Ditto that, my sister," but fortunately, I've got one. (Case in point: Mr. Girl7 attempted to articulate the fact that, given the fact that JK and I share similar academic backgrounds, he'd feel threatened if the man suddenly transferred to the university at which we both are employed.)
Let us pause at the glory of such a scenario.
Amen.
Anyway, this is my sick way of giving props to my husband, who not only gets Jim, but is a Jim. (*wipes a stupid, hyperemotional tear away* Drama queen? What?)
You'll find your Jim, EmilyHalpert. Trust me - you will.
And in the mean time - your reviews will continue to motivate me - so thank you.
Date: March 04, 2007 02:58 pm Title: Chapter 2
i like it without the songs personally, i like the flow. i'd like it BETTER if i could see the third chapter - hint hint!!!!
awesome, as usual. keep it coming!
Author's Response: I get the sense, super_perfect (awesome username, BTW), that your opinion is the general consensus - so I'll post an independent chapter of the songs that the majority can skip. Thanks so much for reviewing!
Date: March 04, 2007 01:24 pm Title: Chapter 2
I think it was good without the songs. And I really want smores now. I haven't had them in forever. Next time I go shopping, I am totally going to get the supplies. We always made them with the stove. And then I tried with microwaving. That was sort of entertaining. The marshmellows balloon up, and so its like, twice as big or bigger. So, who knows. Next time - stove. Whenever I go shopping.
And then an evil cliffhanger!!! You better post more soon. And by soon I mean, like now, so I can read it before I get all guilty about avoiding work.
Author's Response:
Mmmkay, so you realize that the first half of your review was totally a TWSS!...? :o)
But seriously: Yes, the stove is the way to go. Trust me on that.
I'm editing the conclusion as we speak and will post as soon as its good to go. Thanks so much for reviewing!
Date: February 28, 2007 09:08 pm Title: Chapter 2
I love that Pam recounted her exact description of the Casino Night happenings to Jim - that she kissed him, that she had feelings for him...that it wasn't one-sided.
And add me to the list of folks who wants to see Pam's "Jim" playlist. I love to see what other fans consider 'Jim/Pam songs'.
Author's Response: Thanks so much for the review - and I'll post that playlist at the end of the next chapter. Thanks again!
10 [Report This]Date: February 28, 2007 01:23 pm Title: Chapter 2
More! More!
Author's Response: Workin' on it, colorblind - workin' on it. :o) Thanks for the review!
Date: February 28, 2007 11:42 am Title: Chapter 2
Damn cliffhangers. You're going to drive me up a wall with this stuff. I do enjoy Pam finally starting to be assertive at the end here.
Also: I did not know you could make S'mores in the oven! I'll have to try this sometime.
Finally, I'm glad that you didn't include the ipod songs - I think it would have been too distracting to the story. OTOH, I never notice lyrics unless it's a song that's particularly poignant to me. I think the story worked better without that, though. It flowed nicely the way you have it written.
Author's Response:
You're one to talk, missy! (Actually, that's not true, because thank god when I read your latest, both chapters were already up. Holy God, that was an awesome story - I giggled and gasped all the way through it.)
Anyhoo -- thanks for the input re: the song titles; I'm inclined to agree with you on that one.
Oh, and yes - you can totally do s'mores in the oven; Mr. Girl7 and I make them all the time -- and they are heavenly.
Thanks again for reviewing!
Date: February 28, 2007 06:54 am Title: Chapter 2
I'm kind of glad you DIDN'T include the songs... I loved this chapter and need you to update ASAP!! I sometimes find song lyrics distracting and this chapter stood very well on it's own!
Author's Response: Thanks for the input on the songs, agd300 - every time I proofed it (when the references were still in), I got the sense that they might well be a distraction. I'll update as soon as I can - thanks for reviewing!
Date: February 28, 2007 04:43 am Title: Chapter 1
Ah! I just realized that I haven't left you any freaking feedback for this story! (hides head in shame)
I am loving this, especially the line where Pam says she didn't tell him it was "just a kiss"--ooh, burn!
Can't wait for more :)
Author's Response: "Burn" indeed! I can completely understand why Jim might've characterized it that way (if he even did, since the deleted scenes have shown us a very different Karen), but I'd still like to see Pam take a shot at him for it. :o) I'll update soon - though I ought to be mean and refuse until you add a new chapter of "You Could Have It All...." Hee - I so love that story; it's just ridiculous how excited I get when I see updates.
10 [Report This]Date: February 28, 2007 03:14 am Title: Chapter 2
I'm always distracted by songs in fic. They take me out of the story and into "real" life, if that makes any sense. The tension you have set up is fantastic. Bring on the next chapter!
Author's Response:
Thanks for the input re: songs in fic. It's very strange, because I'm finding that people either love it or hate it - rarely in between. I've had lots of people say that they like to know either what I was listening to while I wrote, so they can listen to it as they read to set the tone, and I've had other people say they find lyrics and/or song references to be a total distraction. (Your "real life" comment made total sense, actually.) And as I was proofing this, I kept getting the nagging sense that the song references would be jarring, particularly for readers who are unfamiliar with the songs themselves (or worse yet, those who are familiar with them and hate them - heh.)
Anyway, thanks for taking the time to review!
Date: February 27, 2007 10:03 pm Title: Chapter 1
eeek! Ooh keep it coming! We are on the precipise of something VERY good here, i can feel it. Finally honestly! I can't wait for more. Thanks for this!
Author's Response: Hee hee - I will definitely keep it coming; this story has made me its bitch, I tell you. :o) Thanks for reviewing!
Date: February 27, 2007 09:31 pm Title: Chapter 2
girl7 -
I don't know what prompted me after this story to finally send you feedback (considering how unabashedly you beg for it every time!) but I just want to tell you how fantastically well you write. I must say, I get excited whenever I see another story with your name on it.
This chapter in particular, Jim's "kind of...random" response to the s'mores was spot on. It's rare that I actually hear the character's voices in my head, but I got a mental image of a JimFace with it too! You're amazing. All I can ask is that you keep 'em coming, and the longer the better!
Author's Response:
I know - I'm shameless with the feedback solicitation, aren't I? :o) Thanks, though, for saying that you get excited about my stories - that definitely makes me want to keep writing and posting more!
Yeah, that "kind of...random" line just popped into my head because I could see him being really nervous and a little...apprehensive at tipsy!Pam. Plus, her offering to make s'mores would be pretty random, I would imagine (unless, of course, she lived at my house - my husband & I make them all the time).
Thanks for reviewing!
Date: February 27, 2007 08:26 pm Title: Chapter 1
I just love your writing style. So enjoyable.
Author's Response: Thanks so much, Jen!
Date: February 27, 2007 08:23 pm Title: Chapter 2
arg!!! jaw dropping heart stopper. Damn why oh why would you make me wait for it. Too good. I'm in pain.
Author's Response: I'm glad you're in suspense - not that I want to torture you, but that you're enjoying the story, rather. :o) I'll update as soon as I can - thanks for reviewing!
Date: February 27, 2007 08:10 pm Title: Chapter 2
S'mores are so delicious. And this fic is pretty awesome too. I'm a little nervous about what you mean by a "different take on a happy ending....." It will be happy right? I can't wait to find out what happens next--please do update soon, and thanks for writing!
Author's Response: Oh, it'll still be happy -- just a different...flavor of happy than I usually provide. But I swear I won't pull a Greg Daniels and leave you hanging. *shakes fist* Damn you, Greg Daniels! Thanks so much for reviewing!
Date: February 27, 2007 08:04 pm Title: Chapter 2
Oh man was that beautiful! You did an amazing job putting me in the moment with them and keeping up the tension in that scene. Just, wow. I'm BEYOND excited for the next part!!!
Author's Response: I'm so glad you felt the tension - that's exactly what I was going for. I'll have the next chapter up soon (hopefully later tonight or some time tomorrow). Thanks for reviewing!
10 [Report This]Date: February 27, 2007 08:03 pm Title: Chapter 2
MORE! MORE! MORE! I like drunk!Jim/drunk!Pam! Make the next chapter angsty, but realistic. Don't feel pressured to make the story short. I like the epics; it's like watching an enitre episode or reading a book.
Author's Response: Well if you like epics, then I'm your girl! :o) I'm apparently incapable of keeping things short and sweet - though I totally envy those authors who can. More angst (but a happy ending) headed your way. Thanks for reviewing!
Date: February 27, 2007 07:56 pm Title: Chapter 2
mini cliffhanger??? i'm dying to know what happens! it's so nice for them just to try and be honest! i can't wait for the next chapter!
Author's Response:
Hah - yeah, honesty from these two is a rather novel concept, isn't it?? (Damn you, Greg Daniels!)
I promise you much more honesty to come (along with a healthy dose of steam and sexual tension - hee). Thank you so much for taking the time to review!
Date: February 27, 2007 07:54 pm Title: Chapter 2
Seeing a new story or chapter posted by you is like...watching the cold open every week. Thank you not just for this story (and there she was, a miracle in front of him--boy, do you paint a picture!), but for all of them. I always come away from reading your work feeling like a light's just been shone on something I hadn't quite fully seen before. There's nothing sweeter than seeing a hyperlinked "next" at the end of one of your chapters.
Thank you again!
PS--You may've heard a rumor that some Office-types are a bit obsessive...surely I'm not the only one who reads your stories more than once, adding to your read count but not the number of reviews ;) (That said, I'm new to reviewing but promise to get with the program!)
Author's Response:
What? You mean the Office-types are a bit obsessive??? As in, they might be crazy enough to write pages and pages and pages of fanfic?? SAY IT ISN"T SO!!!!!!!!! :o)
Thanks so much for your kind words - really, it's such a thrill to read that my posting a story makes someone happy, honest to goodness. That's what keeps me writing and posting...
Thanks again for the review!
Date: February 27, 2007 07:29 pm Title: Chapter 2
Oh my god, girl7 I bow before you. This was-amazing! Please-please update it soon with sugar on top and a cherry?!
Author's Response:
Okay, 'fess up, Vaughlove: Is your username an hommage to Michael Vartan? Because I harbor a very reluctant crush on him - he did, after all, steal Jennifer Garner from my dear Scott Foley, who I'm convinced should be cast as Jim's brother Jonathan. :o)
Thanks so much for your kind words -and yes, I'll totally update as soon as I can!
Date: February 27, 2007 07:18 pm Title: Chapter 2
Well I have never kept my love your fics exactly under wraps...and well you would think I would know after reading so much of your work that you freaking love a cliff hanger....but this was just mean...super super mean...aww I love it.... :-)
Author's Response:
I'm sorry - I swear, I wasn't trying to be mean! (Okay, well maybe just a little bit...)
Thank you so much for reviewing - will update soon!
8 [Report This]Date: February 27, 2007 07:03 pm Title: Chapter 1
Ah Girl7 I have missed you so! I can't believe how cruel you were to just end chapter 2 like that!! I love me some uninhibited Pam! Can't wait for the big ending!
Author's Response:
I've gotta say, amyryd, that hearing you say, "I have missed you!" (well, reading it) makes me feel so good. :o) There has been such an influx of incredible, incredible writers lately that I've felt a little...irrelevant (?), at least in the sense that there is so much fresh new talent that's deserving of adulation and reviews.
All this to say: As I mentioned in an earlier response, the read counter is a great thing in many ways, but it also can chip away at you a bit, particularly if you look at it in comparison to the # of reviews you've gotten (vs. the # of reads). Actual reviews are so, so important to me - so thank you!