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I am a glutton for punishment (punishment being angst). Cause I felt like I really needed to read this again to get the full understanding. So...

I always thought I couldn't sleep on a plane, but I so did the last time I was on one. Strange, because last year, I was on a plane for 11 hours (was only supposed to be a 5 hour flight don't get me started), I had had like no sleep. However, couldn't sleep. But then over the winter, I flew again, and I feel asleep immediatly.

So is it wrong that honestly, with the title and then the September day I thought it would be something horrible that Pam would die in the Twin Towers? Just me... okay.

The landing and the take off are the scariest parts.

Everything is always easier said that done, and it is so horrible that they haven't run into each other, and it would be awkward at that point though. But see, heres the thing, so I recently ran into my freshman roommate who I hadn't seen in two years (same campus, never saw each other, crazy, right), anyways, it was awkward central, at least on my end. But we are having lunch this week, and catching up. So there's hope, right. I mean, just because its been a while for Jim/Pam, there is hope...

(wow, I talk a lot in my reviews)

Its like, its the oppertunity of a lifetime, and it comes at such the wrong time, but I am so glad she did take it because, not that I have ever been in that position, but I always sort of think I would take it also, but I would always be doubting and wondering if it was the right choice and...

It is so much more painful to read this time, its so... its so painful and real and good and I am running out of words but its.... wow.

Title - good song. So thats a plus. However... angst.... um.... oh well. Reading anyways.

okay, so since i read this fast in a commercial break... its still sad but not as sad as it was if i had paid full attention.... which is a good thing. plus, since the song lyrics made me think the plane would crash, that was a win... also.... wow, i am glad that there is a sad story.

whatever. i confused myself.

Poor Pam finally does something for herself and loses Jim in the process.  It's just not fair.  Instead of waiting to run into Jim, I wish she'd just march right into his office.  You know that's Chapter 2 waiting to happen.  You don't have to end it here.

One thing I'm confused about - Is she working for D-M, but living in LA?  Is she working for the Art Institute in LA but doing freelance for D-M?  Maybe I missed something.  Anyway, great job on the story.

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I'm so glad you decided to dig this one out of your archives! I always thought this was so amazingly strong, and deserved to be shared with the world. :)

I won't beat you over the head with anything: hate stick, fluff stick, nothing. Instead I'll just toss a few dozens Stanley nickels your way to add to your ever-growing collection. You're an amazing force of nature, Swiff... and you're going to do great things! :) 

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I lost my fluff stick while writing In Her Arms, so no worries.

This is really beautifully written. It perfectly captres the sadness and regret of a past relationship. I'm glad you decided to post it.