1 [Report This]Date: November 16, 2021 01:00 am Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
Gutted this story has been abandoned. Absolutely brilliant fun to read. And I want to know how it turns out!
Date: June 20, 2018 09:04 am Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
Ahhhhh!!!! I loved this!!!!
1 [Report This]Date: November 07, 2017 12:12 pm Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
Are you there dundiefromgod?
…Will Pam succumb to Jim's charms? How does he expect the date to end? How does Pam want it to end now? Would Devil jump over to Angel's shoulder and choke her to stop her from yelling at Pam?…
What a way to leave us hanging. :(
9 [Report This]Date: February 19, 2016 02:41 am Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
Really liked this, especially how it fit in different details from the show, but then it just ... ends. Cliffhanger? Sigh.
1 [Report This]Date: December 31, 2014 11:14 pm Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
It seems, from the footnotes of this last ch posted that there was maybe only one ch left.
So I realize that you, the author, will probably never see this because it's been years and years but I have to comment because...
This fic is beyond amazing. Since the office ended I have been reading TO fanfic, all of it. (MTT & FF.net anyway) and I would easily put this in my top five of all the fanfic. It's so smart and witty. Just really well done. I was blown away at one of the author notes that said you weren't a writer normally because, well, I beg to differ.
What I wouldn’t give for you to finish this. Or even an outline of how the rest was supposed to end up. Amazing work, so unfortunate it sits unfinished.
10 [Report This]Date: August 03, 2008 07:46 pm Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
Ahhh, it can't end there!! Seriously, this is fantastic. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE update.
10 [Report This]Date: August 03, 2008 06:14 pm Title: Looking Into The Mirror
I'm still reading this, but I had to stop to say that A) THIS IS INCREDIBLE and B) Jim's "flowers" made me cry. Beautiful.
10 [Report This]Date: March 28, 2008 01:05 pm Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
WOOHOO! For another chapter. I love this story. The whole thing with Devil and Angel is brilliant. I can't wait to see how the date ends. I'm kind of curious to see how far in the future you are going to take this. I know that Angel and Devil said they were going to be around till she fixes things with Jim or is that after the first date or after they have been going out a while? I hope that you continue the story past the first date because I love it. MORE PLEASE!
10 [Report This]Date: March 28, 2008 06:45 am Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
...and if you feel like I feel, sugar, come on, WHOOOAAA, come on... hee : ) Man oh man. Awesome chapter. Boy, that Jim...so adorable. By the way, where can one pick up a Jim Halpert Slip 'n Slide? That's a pre-order list I definitely want on.
9 [Report This]Date: March 27, 2008 11:30 pm Title: You drew me out from slavery to freedom by all those paths, by all those means that were within your power
OK, I should preface this by saying I've been an uncharacteristically bad reader because I've failed to review this story (which I found around Chapter 9) through the last couple of updates -- but no more! I'm here to give praise where praise is due because MAN I just love this story and YOU deserve much love for writing it.
First of all, the idea is completely unique and for something so off the wall, brilliantly executed. So many moments between AngelPam and DevilPam have had me snorting and shaking with laughter, I can't begin to list them all. I love the idea of the physical manifestation of the intangible (albeit ever so tumultuous) tug of war that surely was going on inside of Pam through most of the latter part of Season 3. You've done an amazing job of using these icons to really play out the entire scope of Pam's emotions, showing both her insecurities and her strengths.
In addition, I also have to give you mad props for the evolution of Jim and Pam's relationship in this story because I think most of us would like to believe that once Pam ditched Roy it would be twittering birds and pink floaty hearts of love and happily ever after for Pam and Jim -- " She imagined that their feelings and consideration for one another would scrub clean her past into a tabla rasa, and that they would be happy." (EXACTLY!). But in reality, as much as they might want it to be that simple and smooth a transition, surely they both have some issues and anger and insecurities that need airing and addressing. You've done a great job of teasing those out and letting Jim and Pam work through them in a way that is both touching and realistic without getting overly angsty.
My two favorite moments in this chapter were:
“Okay, Angel….but we want Jim too…and you don’t see me popping up on top of a little version of him, do you?” Devil paused thoughtfully and then giggled to herself. “Actually…” Because HA! and simultaneously YUMMMM. :-p
Angel looked wide-eyed at Devil, and then up to Pam, whose eyes were locked onto Jim’s. She sighed, and then pulled at the sleeve of her hoodie. In a voice that was barely audible, she mumbled….
“I’m so screwed.” Which, HA! (again) and also HEH (which, since you can't hear me, is said oh-so-very lecherously because for Pam's sake -- not to mention the sake of your readers -- I certainly hope so.)
One final thing before I stop rambling: I also wanted to just hug you for adding all of those links at the end of the chapters showing the park and the tree house and the museum and the exhibits because it is such a lovely touch and it really adds that extra level of dimension to your story because it makes those images that much clearer when you read.
All in all an amazing and creative story -- I hope you are inspired to write another 10,000 word opus of a chapter in the next couple of weeks! I can't wait. :-)
Date: March 26, 2008 04:26 pm Title: Looking Into The Mirror
It's interesting. So many stories have Pam feeling nervous about sleeping with Jim since she's only been with Roy (which makes sense, don't get me wrong); I like that you've acknowledged that Pam actually *does* have experience, especially given how long she and Roy were together. This: "I know that being with someone for ten years and completely trusting them….in that department….definitely means that you try different things." is a perfect line.
However, if I were Pam? I would have taken a shower! ;-)
Author's Response: I'm glad that you picked up on that and thought it was interesting. Because I do agree, that most stories are contrary to mine on that point. In my story, at least, I'm writing it far more that Pam is worried about what the sex means, or what it might do to their relationship....and less about the actual act itself. That said, she isn't....despite her claims...completely not-nervous about it, of course, but I think her being some sexually naive woman is pretty silly. Also, Pam's lack of "preparation" for the date will be referenced later (hopefully humorously). Thanks for the review KAB.
Date: March 25, 2008 09:12 pm Title: Jesus! in the Conference Room
Yes, even the Angel likes his ass! that's awesome!
Author's Response: Haha, I'm glad that you liked that ending. If I don't end a chapter with a cliffhanger, I try to end it with Devil or Angel saying or doing something funny, and that's definitely one of my favorites. Thanks for the review, I really appreciate it, Strider.
Date: March 25, 2008 08:15 pm Title: The Future's Present
Nice to see this one updated after a break.
Author's Response: Thank you, it feels good to update it. I haven't been able to do any writing lately, and so that has caused breaks in all my WIPs. And of course, when I do write its super-slowly. I have no idea how some of the great authors on this site can update so quickly, its pretty amazing. Thank you very much for the review JennInTheCity.
9 [Report This]Date: March 25, 2008 06:55 pm Title: The Future's Present
dundiefromgod, this is so bizarre...I was just reading this story over the weekend and wondering what happened to it. So nice to see an update! I'm glad you're continuing. When I was 17, my best friend, who was a year older than me, went to Marywood and I have been there! How 'bout that?! So, you're taking me on a little trip down memory lane. Can't say I remember it all that well, since it was many moons ago, but it is a happy memory nonetheless : ) Hoping you'll be inspired to update again soon.
Author's Response: Thank you very much for the review, and for going back and re-reading it, I'd imagine it was a haul. I've actually never been to Scranton unfortunately, so all my knowledge comes from all-mighty Google. I enjoy using real-life landmarks/places it kind of makes it feel more real to me. Again, thank you for your review and support of my story NanReg, I really appreciate it.
Date: January 28, 2008 10:26 pm Title: Pam's Problem
I love this story. The whole Angel and Devil things is so funny. I can't wait for the next chapter.
Author's Response: Thank you very much for the compliment/review. I do try to make Angel and Devil funny, but its nice to find that other people find it funny as well, and its not just me!
10 [Report This]Date: January 03, 2008 04:06 pm Title: Pam's Problem
I finally got back from vacation yesterday night and spent all afternoon reading up on my favorite stories here, and I was so thrilled to see a new chapter waiting for me.
I know the first date stories have been done to death, but there are some out there (this one especially, though it's only maybe 1/3rd about the first date) that are just fantastic and amazing and I reread quite a bit. We couldn't see the first date over the summer break, so it's left to fanfic to speculate what happened. I'm perfectly fine with that when we have stories like this one - Pam's conflicting emotions (and Devil and Angel) were terrific, and while I'm dreading the time when those two characters disappear, the fact that Pam has finally reached that point where she doesn't need them anymore will make it worthwhile.
One last thing, I've always thought that the argument of "who loves who more" would be extremely fitting as their first big fight. Not so much about who in fact loves the other more, but just the pain that the two of them caused each other, and the fact that it was overlooked before they finally came together would make a great (and realistic) starting point for drama in their relationship.
Thanks again for updating your story, I can't wait for the next chapter.
Author's Response:
What a great review, as usual. I really appreciate your support for my story, its really nice to hear.
I was definitely apprehensive about launching this story into first date fic territory, because you're right, it has been done many, many times. I think the reason that I decided to do it was to really try to emotional encompass Pam's feelings and experience (I've devoted over 30,000 words to it so far). I really like digging into the character and trying to see what she is thinking or experiencing, which is where Devil and Angel are handy. And the end for them is nigh, but they're disappearance isn't a sad thing for Pam, as it is a reaffirmation of her strengthening of bonds with Jim.
About the argument, I'm glad that you agree with me on its nature. I was nervous about including something like that in this chapter, because of the fact that it happens fairly quickly. So, I *tried* to segway into it a little, so that it sort of showed the underlying tension and anger over their respective situations, and how it bubbled to the surface. Again, they love each other, but they've also hurt each other deeply, so this is sort of a first step in acknowledging that.
Thanks for the review Jordon, and I hope to be able to post the chapter with much less of a break then this one was with the previous chapter.
Date: January 02, 2008 10:19 pm Title: The Warmth Of The Sunset, The Cold Of The Night
Another fantastic chapter in an excellent story. I love the flashbacks; they feel so real and easy to imagine as part of Jam history. The argument - wow! I kept finding myself agreeing with both of their points of view. I always love reading about how they might've worked through their issues, since we probably won't get much of this on the show. I love this:
So it had come to this, a sort of low-brow compromise with herself. A middle-road option that pacified her slightly, but yet left open the ability to acknowledge her own failure. If it wasn’t symbolic of her entire life, and her attempts with Jim lately, she didn’t know what else could be.
Author's Response: What a wonderful review! I'm glad that you liked the flashbacks, they're something that I really started doing with chapters that weren't based on episodes. There were some interwoven into her speech on the beach, but I've tried to make them meaningful and reflective of the situations in which they come to Pam. In that way, they sort of make sense and help to explain her emotions at the time in which she's experiencing them. So, I'm glad that they feel real and easy to you, that's a wonderful compliment. And also, I'm glad that you liked my box-wine as an analogy of life bit in the chapter. I set that up in the first two chapters, and in one later chapter when Pam runs into Karen at the elevator, so that's kind of the payoff on that one. Thanks for the review and for reading JAMtastic.
10 [Report This]Date: December 30, 2007 11:43 am Title: The Warmth Of The Sunset, The Cold Of The Night
I was so thrilled to see an update to this great story. So happy to have you you back . You kept me on my toes with the argument--my heart was in my throat! Such emotion. Can't wait for more. Happy New Year : )
Author's Response: Happy New Year! I'm glad that you liked the argument, I was hoping that it would seem somewhat real and honest between them. Thanks for your kind words and review NanReg.
Date: December 30, 2007 08:09 am Title: The Warmth Of The Sunset, The Cold Of The Night
I'm so glad you're still sticking with this story. It's one of my favorites. I think that if Jim and Pam talked about their issues (and I freaking hope they did) that it went a lot like the way you portrayed it here. Also, you are good at leaving the reader hanging at the end...that's pretty cruel if you're not going to update for such a long time! :-P
Author's Response: I'm glad that you felt that Jim and Pam's honest made sense. I was kind of nervous about the level that they achieved in this chapter, but I wanted to try and capture the emotion of it, and I was confined to their first date....so there you go. And I love to end on cliff-hangers...I can't explain it, it just makes it more fun. Thanks for the review supergirlsudz.
Date: December 05, 2007 11:52 am Title: Pam's Problem
Just a gentle /prod, this fantastic story really needs an update!
Author's Response: Hey! Thank you very much for your encouragement, I honestly feel terrible about how long it has been since I've updated this story. However, I can say that beginning later this week, I finally have enough time off to finish this story, and will be doing so. I don't care if it takes me 20,000 more words....its getting done. So thanks again Jordon, and I hope you'll keep reading when its updated!
10 [Report This]Date: November 10, 2007 08:40 pm Title: The Electric City
Question(s): Were you aware that the Office writers visited Nay Aug Park when they were in Scranton to scope out locations for the show? Who are you? Are YOU Greg Daniels?
So … any chance a new chapter is coming soon?
Fact(s): This is one of my favorite fics. This line is dawesome - - > How would you seppuku someone else?
Author's Response:
Answer(s): I was aware that happened. I don't go onto the MTT boards too much, but I noticed that there was a discussion of it happening, and then a bunch of people were like,"hey...wait a minute....wasn't there...like....a fic about that...or..." I have to admit, it's kinda cool to write something and then have the showrunner of the Office agree with you like a week later on it.
I am dundiefromgod, occasional fic-writer, prognosticator, and lover of the office.
I am not Greg Daniels. I wish that I was, that would be a pretty amazing life, but alas, no, I must content myself to just writing about what he writes about in a far better fashion.
A new chapter....is...probably going to be a little longer. I have to finish 'A Kwanzaa Christmas'. Also, I'm insanely busy right now, and only have time to post a couple 55worders lately.
Facts(s): I am glad that you liked the seppuku line, I realized that was a little strange, but I'm glad you liked it.
Also, your review was great, so thank you Whichoneispam08!
10 [Report This]Date: November 01, 2007 05:00 pm Title: Pam's Problem
I love, love, LOVE this story! I really like seeing the "in between" stuff to the episodes. More chaps for season 4 please? I'm dying to know if Pam ever got to play out the "honey dream"!!!!
Author's Response: Well, I hate to disappoint you, but the saga of Devil and Angel is coming to an end. As Jim and Pam work through their issues and resolve, or at least partially resolve some stuff, they won't need to be around anymore. Though you never know about a sequel. Also, the honey dream will come up in a (hopefully) comical way in the next chapter. Thank you for your kind words, and the review JamFan1001.
Date: October 16, 2007 06:25 am Title: The Electric City
Jim is such a sweetheart. How many guys remember all your favorite foods and songs and then put them all together?
Author's Response: Probably not enough. But, I think the show has shown with regard to Pam, Jim has a real eye and ear for detail. Like with the teapot, knowing her yogurt, and when it expires. And like I said in the story, I think he'd really want to make their first date special, because it is his second chance, and he wants to show her what things would be like with him, not Roy. Thanks for the review gotkona.
Date: October 16, 2007 06:15 am Title: Looking Into The Mirror
I so love Devil and Angel.
Author's Response: Ha, I'm glad that you do. They are a lot of fun to write for, especially when they're sniping back and forth at each other. Which is what they normally do anyway. Thanks for the review gotkona.
10 [Report This]Date: October 15, 2007 07:51 pm Title: The Electric City
I loved coming home to an update to this one. It was fabulous as it always is, and I'm convinced always will be. I loved Pam's uncertainty about how to act or what to do or should she play that song or grab his hand or. I especially loved Jim's thoughtfulness and all that effort he put into making their first date something special. It reminds me of the teapot, which is always nice. Hehe. I'm sure you already know how much I love this, dundie, but I just have to say again how much I adore all the detail you put into this.. it just makes it so lovely to read and so easy to picture everything. Definitely a treat. Gorgeous job, as always.. can't wait to see what you do with that teasing cliffhanger you left us. :)
Author's Response: Thank you for a wonderful review, as always. I'm glad that you were reminded of the teapot when it came to the dinner, because that was (amongst a few other things) my justification for Jim being so thoughtful. I do try to put a lot of detail into the story, and I'm glad you noticed, though I wonder sometimes if sometimes they're a little obscure (ex. the common theme of the books Pam wanted to read, or the connection of "Serendipity" to previous chapters). As for the cliffhanger, Jim, Pam (Devil and Angel) still have some questions that need to be answered before she has peace of mind. Thanks for the great review oobadnama.