9 [Report This]Date: May 12, 2010 11:11 am Title: Chapter 1
Another update! Hot diggity dog! I'm so glad you're working through this. It makes me sad, yet I'm so intrigued because I could easily see things being like this.
10 [Report This]Date: May 12, 2010 06:04 am Title: Chapter 1
Oh my, an update! This was great, I read Philly Jim and can't wait til understand Pam's side of what happened.
Author's Response: Thanks buffy6. Always glad to have someone on board for the ride!
Date: September 13, 2009 08:55 pm Title: Chapter 1
You're the reason I created an account in the first place so I could reply to Philly Jim. Please please update. I love these two stories. I really want to find out what happens to Pam. =)
10 [Report This]Date: September 04, 2009 12:44 am Title: Chapter 1
I really like Pam's side of things so far, going to be interesting to see her version of events. I've noticed you haven't updated for a while, and chance that'll happen soon. I'm dying to know what was said in the Jim Pam convo at the end of Philly Jim.....
Date: February 10, 2009 09:45 am Title: Chapter 1
I'm intrigued wendolf! Can't wait to see more soon :)
Author's Response: Thanks WBJ! Hopefully the writing bug will kick in and I'll have some more soon...
Date: February 10, 2009 09:37 am Title: Chapter 1
Well I was (am) a huge fan of Philly Jim, I think you did such a great job in that story of telling an honest, heartfelt loving story. I know this will be the same. I think this story starts off strong with Pam's struggle of listening to her "voice" and deciding what to do. Aren't we all struggling to really listen to OUR voice? (I know I am.). This is such a great line: The real Pam’s voice. The first time I recognized that voice as me, I nearly cried. I wanted to hug her and whisper in her ear, I’ve been waiting for you. Where have you been?
It's going to interesting to see what direction you take the new Pam. I love fanfic because it allows you (the writers) to explore other possibilities. And I think after Philly Jim, I trust your instincts with our lovely Pam.
Author's Response: Oh, man. YES. I'm always struggling to really listen to my inner wendolf. I think it comes with time and maturity, and that's why I think Pam is struggling in this story. She's still relatively young and, I'd argue, maybe a little immature yet (as is Jim). Figuring out who WE are and what WE want (vs. what someone else wants for us) is a huge thing, and it's one that Pam probably couldn't do without the confidence Jim gave her. The downside is, what the true Pam wants might not be the same as what the true Jim wants. And there's the irony, right?rnrnAnyway, thanks so much for being a fan of Philly Jim. I'm not sure there were a LOT of them, but they certainly were loyal, and I'm grateful for that! I hope you enjoy this one as well.
10 [Report This]Date: February 10, 2009 09:12 am Title: Chapter 1
Wow! What a great start! I was really hoping to see Pam's side of the story, and you're such a great writer, you really seem to know how it get inside their heads! Can't wait for the next installment!
Author's Response: Thanks so much czarag00. This one is slow going, but I appreciate your reading and sticking with me!
Date: February 09, 2009 08:46 pm Title: Chapter 1
Wow. The way you reason through Pam's head, it's astounding how much it all makes sense. Very very well done, and I can't wait for part II!
Author's Response: Thanks Wendy B! I'm glad it makes sense to you because I know it doesn't for some. It's tough to have things not go as "perfectly" as they have on the actual show ... but I think it's plausible that something like this could have happened if Jim and Pam hadn't "evolved". Thanks for reading and reviewing!
Date: February 09, 2009 07:58 pm Title: Chapter 1
Hi, again, wen!
Well, if it is true that my emails helped light the fire to get this story posted, I think that that will count as my good deed of the day! :-)
Author's Response: Gold star to you, VB! ;-) It was your gentle prodding that made me stick to this ... if it didn't seem like anyone cared, I probably still would have written it, but probably not posted it. (Actually, I did write the first part all the way back in September!) So you get the credit (or the blame) for this one seeing the light of day. Thanks!
Date: February 09, 2009 07:22 pm Title: Chapter 1
Wow, if this story almost hit too close to home for you...well, it seriously hit close to home for me. That was some deep introspection on the part of our girl Pam. I know EXACTLY what she meant with every thought of hers that you wrote. I'm very impressed. Great story!
Author's Response: I know, right? I've been there (sort of) and had those feelings (kinda) and even though I LOVE Jim (seriously, I LOVE him) ... I could see how Pam might just need time by herself to figure some stuff out. Thanks for taking the time to read and review!rnrnrn(Sorry I'm so slow in respodning, EarlyWorm!)
10 [Report This]Date: February 09, 2009 06:42 pm Title: Chapter 1
*pumps fist in air* YES. I have been HOPING AND HOPING that you'd write this, and I am so happy to see you have stayed true you your word - which must have been hard because you got a lot of stick for Philly Jim and omg I loved it =)
You're awesome and don't forget that... NOW UPDATE lol.
Author's Response: Thanks for the enthusiasm, HH! I know this one is not going to get the warm, fuzzy reception that stuff like June 10th got, but it's good to know I have a few loyal readers following this ... different ... story. Thanks so much for reading and reviewing!
10 [Report This]Date: February 09, 2009 06:19 pm Title: Chapter 1
I really loved Philly Jim and am so happy to see New York Pam. Anticipation has now begun for the continuation of this. Yayyyyy!!
Thank you!!
Author's Response: Thanks, airjorg! (Sorry I'm so slow with my response...) This one is slow going, but I hope you'll stick with me. Thanks for taking the time to read and review!
Date: February 09, 2009 05:57 pm Title: Chapter 1
Wen, I am teary eyed that you pursued this. You took such heat for Philly Jim, and I'm sure it left you with a bit of a bad taste in your mouth. To actually go ahead and write ths companion piece is something to be proud of. Best of all, what I've read so far is great. I'm not just saying that because you're one of my favorite authors. Even though I know this will hurt my heart, I look forward to following it.
The first time I recognized that voice as me, I nearly cried. I wanted to hug her and whisper in her ear, I’ve been waiting for you. Where have you been? Simply great. Cheering for you, doll. Give me more and soon! ; )
Author's Response: Ah, Nan. Yeah, this one is a toughy, but a promise is a promise. Even if only a handful of people read it, I owe it to the fans of Philly Jim to give them Pam's side. Anyway, I hope you enjoy it ... it won't end badly, I promise. ;-)
10 [Report This]Date: February 09, 2009 05:31 pm Title: Chapter 1
I have been hoping, hoping for the longest time that you would get around to telling Pam's side of the story. I was just emailing Stablergirl last night and mentioned how Philly Jim and I Just Wanted to Be Famous are my favorite stories of all time on this site. I can't wait to read all about Pam's side of the story.
I really like the details you chose here: how Pam feels she can't trust Jim's judgment of her talent; how their lives start to feel separate; how, despite how much he loves her, Jim doesn't quite let Pam in all the way but hides his "product deficiencies." I can see all of these things.
Looking forward to part 2!
Author's Response: Thanks so much, VB! To be honest, you're the one who lit the fire under me to at least post what I had so far. Thanks for that! I'm glad it rings sort of true and thank you for sticking with me. (I Just Wanted to Be Famous is one of my all-time favorites, too!)
10 [Report This]Date: February 09, 2009 04:59 pm Title: Chapter 1
I haven't read this yet. Just super excited that you actually posted it...:)
***kisses****and a big big hug****
Author's Response: Well ... I'm finally getting back to answer my reviews. No excuses, just ... lazy? Anyway, thanks for your support, DS. You're one of my biggest cheerleaders. Hope you enjoy (is enjoy the right word) this one!