GiTC, I think this is the first time I have read a fic and felt genuinely pissed.  Your transcripts felt so real, and I was so offended at the invasion of their privacy.  Awesome job.  I'm dying for more.  Don't be a stranger, OK? 

Oh, holy crap.  I'm speechless.  Totally without speech.

Except to say the radio transcript is brilliant. 

I was so excited to see this story updated!

I'm sorry to hear that you've had health problems.  Hopeufully the events of last nights episode will heal all!

Thanks for another amazing chapter.  Looking forward to the fallout of this kiss!

Wow.
I saw this fic a while ago, but it looked confusing with all the capital letters and I'm really a pretty basic person... but I'm so glad I finally decided to try it!
It's so brilliant! Funny, sad, angsty, Jammy. I can't believe you left it there, though. I'm pretty mad about that. :P
I'm also reading it with one eye closed for protection, because I'm struggling to believe this is going to end well. You've set the tone to be sad and heartbreaking and I'm loving and dreading it at the same time. :P
Brilliant fic though. Fantastic writing. Amazing idea.

(Y) Looking forward to more!

Author's Response: Wow! Thanks so much for your review. I'm glad you decided to brave my odd format.  I don't want to give away anything about the ending, so I'll leave you squinting with one eye :)  Thanks so much for your feedback. It's so appreciated!  A new chapter SHOULD be up later today.

I was happy to see this story back. I hope you’re feeling better!!

The cliffhanger from the last chapter was awesome, and this chapter certainly delivered. I liked the new beginning with the Perez Hilton blog. It was written really well, spot on voice.

I have to say, I absolutely adore that Pam’s immediate response to “I’m in love with you” was, “I know.” I think that has become my new favorite thing about your whole story. It is so perfect with where you’re taking this character and even the character on the show. Something that comes out so quickly is something that’s true. She does know, thought she may want to deny it and pretend she didn’t know. There have been so many clues in this fic that she certainly knew (and relished) that Jim’s feelings for her went beyond friendship. That automatic response was great. At the same time, the quick denial that came on the heels of his confession and her acknowledgment of it, was the perfect representation of Pam. We’ve seen her on the show blurt things out and then quickly back track when it’s too honest (i.e. asking Jim out for coffee or confessing to Karen that she still wants Jim). I almost feel like this should have been on the show – the idea of her quickly say, “I know.” I love it that much :-)

I also liked that you stayed close to the dialogue from Casino Night, but also veered off. I’m glad Jim told her he was leaving. That burst of honesty from her deserved another in return. We’re also starting to see how much this whole “reality star” thing is affecting him. Pam’s desire for normalcy is almost as heartbreaking as Jim’s rejection.

Finally, the description of what Pam was thinking when they were kissing and the last thing Pam said in this chapter was great. I loved that her thoughts were so disjointed, and that one little comment sums up all of Pam’s problems. She’s worried about what Roy will be thinking, not why she’s kissing Jim, or if she’s hurting Jim and Roy by doing it. It’s interesting. It’s a gut reaction: “Crap! I’ve been caught.” But I have to wonder, based on her thoughts when she’s kissing Jim, if she’s being caught not just by the cameras but also by herself.

In a previous chapter Jim mentioned “the basis of season 3” to Anna, so I’m curious how far you’re planning on writing it. All of season 3? I would certainly read :-)

Author's Response:

Cedar--  You don't know how much I appreciate your reviews and feedback.  I think it's kind of obvious from reading some of my review responses that I worry a lot about how my choices will go over and whenever i read your feedback, I know if I've hit the mark or not.  In your review you addressed all of my little worries...does it make sense that Pam told Jim that she knew?  Does it make sense that she'd try to waffle out after that admission? Would Jim really have told her he was leaving?

As always, thanks so much.  And as for your question, there will be some season 3 here and I think that will be a little clearer after i post the update I'm working on now.

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So happy to have this back, GiTC--angst and all.  I love this fic.  Excellent Perez mock-up--such a great touch.  The fact that I'm in such a happy JAMmy mood today, makes the angst easier to read.  Hoping you can update again soon.  Wishing you good health.

Author's Response:

As always, NanReg...thanks so much for your feedback.  i don't know what it is, but the happier Jim and Pam are on the show, the more I want to take them through the ringer in my story.  Glad you liked the Perez piece! Thanks again for your feedback and good wishes.

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I'm in a 2 am post-Olympic haze, but DAMN. Great chapter and I think my heart stopped beating a little there at that last line. I continue to love and adore this story and the creativity you show with the way it is presented.

So brilliant. Heartbreaking, but brilliant. I can't wait to read more! And honey, take all the time you need -- this story is so amazing, and each chapter is worth the wait! :) Keep going!!!

More please? it's all kinds of excellent. Glad to have you back!

YEESHH!  I love "I know".  Fantastic.  I am totally hooked.  I love reading both time lines.  Very good.

GiTC, I was so hoping that you hadn't given up on this!  I really love this story, and this chapter left me breathless!  Can't wait for the next update.  I hope it's soon.

 This just breaks my heart:  He wondered for a brief second who would root for her when he was gone…who would remind her just how amazing she was.

Yes...an update. I was so pleased to see another chapter. I think I've said it before, but I have to say it again...I LOVE THIS STORY!!
I think it's so intriguing the way you shift focus between different people. The structure of this story is superb. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE update soon!

Author's Response: Thanks so much for your review and I'm so glad to hear your feedback about the structure. I worry sometimes that it gets confusing. Thanks again for your kind words.

First of all, Mel, it's fantastic to see you back writing again!! (Seems I've been saying that a lot lately to some of my favorite authors...)

Second, I can honestly say that I've missed this story something fierce, and you did not disappoint, as usual. I enjoyed the peek into the world of the camera crew here, especially the thought that the producers were basically turning them into paparazzi. It reminds me of something said in one of the early DVD commentaries, when Jenna (I think) said that she felt like the camera crew had their own agenda with the people in the office, and that they weren't there to "protect" the people they were filming. I thought that the idea of the crew getting bonuses for capturing Jim and Pam in interesting moments definitely fit that sentiment. 

I know I use the word "excellent" pretty much every time I leave you a review, but I can't help it. It's such a completely appropriate word for what I'm reading here. And, it applies in spades to that last scene there on the beach. (duhn duhn duhhnnnn... :P)

Also, I really want an In-N-Out burger right now, so, thanks for that. :D