Date: July 23, 2009 09:07 am Title: Chapter 49
Without a word and with unguarded feeling and purpose he slowly lowered his lips to hers and she responded with all the pent-up yearning and passion her heart had ever held...
My heart is melting! By the time I got to the last sentence of this chapter I think I was pretty much chewing off my fingernails. Yes, a kiss finally!!
Author's Response: Yeah...it was a long time coming...but worth it, I think. Glad you liked it and please...be strong...save those fingernails.
Date: July 23, 2009 08:36 am Title: Chapter 49
Well I had to force myself to breath during that last chapter. What I wouldn't have give to see that dance scene played out between those two. You wrote it just perfect. Thank you so much.
Author's Response: So glad you liked it. And I'm with you...I would so much like to see Jim and Pam dancing arm in arm. I remember how I'd hoped we'd see that in "Phyllis' Wedding"....but we all know how that went...uhgggg! But, who knows what we may see this upcoming season?
Date: July 23, 2009 06:32 am Title: Chapter 49
Whew. ::fans self:: Bill, that was so sexy and romantic, I can almost forgive you for stopping when you did (TWSS?!). The image of a them slow dancing to Sinatra is enough to make me swoon. I love those old classics, too, and you captured that certain feeling here.
Author's Response: Thanks so much. And, please...feel free to swoon away!
Date: July 23, 2009 04:27 am Title: Chapter 49
I am so looking forward to another update =)
Author's Response: Don't worry....coming soon! Thanks for reading!
10 [Report This]Date: July 22, 2009 09:31 pm Title: Chapter 49
Only 3 chapters tonight? Shall I stop clicking refresh? This was so sweet and so romantic and so hot and that kiss was just amazing.... Wow. I can't wait for the next update!!!
Author's Response: Yup, just three chapters tonight...sorry. But, from your comments, they seemed to do the trick. Glad you enjoyed it. And, yes...a new update, tonight.
Date: July 22, 2009 09:21 pm Title: Chapter 1
Ohh swoon! That last chapter was beautifully written. I could hear the music and see them dancing. If this isn't made into some type of movie I will be disappointed. I can go to sleep a happy girl.
P.S.Oh and if it's possible I think I'm in love with Jim Halpert a little more with this story.
P.P.S. I finally signed up and got an account just to comment on this wonderful story =)
Author's Response: Thank you very much. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and was compelled enough to sign up to leave your kind comments. So please, sleep a very happy sleep!
Date: July 22, 2009 02:48 pm Title: Chapter 46
Haven't been leaving reviews but I've been THOROUGHLY enjoying your yarn! You are a big tease though! I keep waiting for them to get back to that room and see the picture ... and ... and ...
Well, they'll get there eventually!
Author's Response: Okay...I am now officially flabergasted and humbled. I was just catching up earlier on your absolutely wonderdful and heartfelt "Cardiac Care" which I have been so enjoying since you began posting...no kidding...only hours ago!!! I have so especially loved how you have depicted the true depth of the unstated bond that so many of us have come to appreciate that exists between Jim and Pam...even when, on the surface, their relationship may appear tenuous at best. I am truly humbled by your kind words. Thank you for reading and please, stay tuned.
Date: July 22, 2009 08:25 am Title: Chapter 46
For me the greatest thing about this story is although I am dying for them to finally talk you have made me enjoy the ride. You have left no detail unturned with the thoughts and fears Jim and Pam are feeling. I think you are a brillant author.
Author's Response: Okay...I'm blushing now...no really! But I do appreciate that you are finding the story compelling and thank you for the kind sentiment. And I hope that you continue to enjoy it 'til the finish.
Date: July 22, 2009 07:05 am Title: Chapter 46
Aw MAN! I'm on the edge of my seat. Black dress FTW! Very "Pretty Woman"-esque. Nice going, Pam! If only there was a visual of the look on Jim's face. Needless to say, can't wait for more.
Author's Response: Do you think Pam maybe listened to mom? The plot thickens!
10 [Report This]Date: July 22, 2009 12:00 am Title: Chapter 46
Dear Mr. Bill -
You are evil like a hobbit. That is all.
Also, please update soon.
kthanxbye.
-bkwrm :o)
Seriously though, the recent update was really good. That part where Pam interacted w/ the kids was so cute! And Jim's thoughts as he watched on...very aww-worthy. As I've mentioned before, I really like reading about Jim's thoughts and these chapters was no exception. Dare I hope for some swaying between the two lovebirds?
The slow build is killing me but I'm thinking of the light at the end of the tunnel. It'll be worth it, right? Right?
Author's Response: Swaying...? Is that anything like...dancing" Hmmmmm! Now, there's a thought! Anyway, stay tuned to see what happens next.
10 [Report This]Date: July 21, 2009 09:41 pm Title: Chapter 46
Wow. This story is so well thought-out, and even though you post four or so chapters a day, I still find myself wanting more (TWSS :)). But, you really have done a spectacular job with this story, and I am eagerly awaiting the next installment!
Author's Response: Thanks so much! I've been pretty overwhelmed by the positive response and am just so pleased that it seems to have touched readers in such a positive way. Please continue reading...next chapters will be posted tonight.
Date: July 21, 2009 08:49 pm Title: Chapter 46
I was just about to turn in when I saw you updated with a chapter and then another one appeared...and another...and another! So exciting!
I can see the fire being stoked with these four chapters. GO PAM!!!!
I absolutely loved this train of thought in Chapter 43:
He knew it was totally illogical, even foolish to think of what might be. But he'd gone beyond that, way beyond. He'd fallen in love. And to that love, he'd lashed his destiny. Willing to suffer, so he'd thought, all the unrequited hurt and pain for any stolen second of joy and happiness he could mine from her heart. But he’d learned there was a toll to be paid for every added second, every snippet of joy and happiness that made his love grow even stronger...and it was only more pain and more hurt, building in intensity until it became absolutely unbearable.
Be still my JAM-loving heart!
Author's Response: Wow..you make it sound like you're playing the slots in Vegas! And yeah....I sort of liked that passage, too! Sometimes the words just seem to come out right. Jim's been a 'goner' for Pam from the get go! At least in my universe. Thanks for reading and I'm so pleased that you're continuing to enjoy it.
9 [Report This]Date: July 21, 2009 05:30 pm Title: Chapter 42
I pretty much agreed to what NanReg said below.
Their walk in the snow was so romantic...but they weren't saying what needed to be said! But at least they're talking to one another and Jim began to open up by asking Pam those questions and sharing his thoughts at the end of their walk!
Also...Jim throwing his dirty wet sock on Pam...not cool. Yay for them bantering though :D
That phone call that Jim's about to make? It'd better be to someone whose name starts with a "K" and end with an "N" and the conversation should be along the line of "...it's not you, it's me..." Just sayin' ;o)
Oh, and please post the next chapters soon because I can't wait to see Jim's reaction to Pam's gift!
Author's Response:
What...you didn't think Jim "sharing" his dirty wet sock with Pam was clearly a subliminal expression of desired intimacy???? I thought it was kind of like foreplay. Don't you watch "Animal Planet"? Well, at least you thought the walk was romantic. Now that I think about it, maybe I should have thrown in the sound of sleigh bells in the distance...then again, maybe not...hmmmm!
And, you'll just have to wait and see who he calls next. Let's see, Katy begins with a "K"... No promises!
Date: July 21, 2009 08:15 am Title: Chapter 42
Allow me to present my "Thursday-night analogy:" Each time you post another four chaps, I get excited, like Thursday night when TO isn't on hiatus. I settle in for a good read, totally absorbed. Then, that day's installment is over too soon and I have to wait for the next installment. *sigh* Get what I mean? Brilliant, eh? :) Anyway, I certainly hope Jim is making "the" phone call this time and not a substitute. BTW, I enjoyed Jim's relaying of his phone call with Michael. Very cute. I also liked the image of their walk as winter day turns into winter night--very peaceful and romantic. Until we meet again, Mr Bill.
Author's Response:
NanReg...I do get what you mean....and just be thankful there's no looming threat of a writer's strike! No, really....it's very gratifying to hear that you and others have found this little story of mine to be something to look forward to and I very much appreaciate the kind words that have been expressed by you and everyone else. I'm hoping that as we head toward the finish (and yes, there is an end to this tale) that you will continue to find it compelling and worthy of your interest.
Date: July 21, 2009 04:31 am Title: Chapter 42
I love when I see updates to this fic! I haven't been reading much lately do to my "divorce" from the show, but this one's really got a hold on me. Great job and I can't wait to see what happens next!
Author's Response: I"m glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for reading and I don't think you'll have too long a wait to see what happens next.
Date: July 21, 2009 02:28 am Title: Chapter 42
Dun dun duuuuuuh :)
Author's Response: Hmmmmmmmm! Stay tuned!
Date: July 20, 2009 09:02 pm Title: Chapter 41
OMG I am going to dial the freaking phone for him. Make the call!!!!!!!!!
Loving this story.
Author's Response: Awwww! Give him a chance!
Date: July 20, 2009 02:48 pm Title: Chapter 1
You've most definitely captured the essence of the show, Seasons 1-3...one stop forward, two steps back!
So, did Jim call Karen and break up with her, or did he make the call because he felt guilty for not giving her a thought? I am voting for option one...gotta think positively!
Author's Response: How do you know he called...Karen? Maybe he was calling Kevin again to check on the upcoming fantasy football season...it's never too early to start thinking about your picks! Anyway, thanks for sticking with it and I'm glad you're enjoying it..
9 [Report This]Date: July 20, 2009 12:46 pm Title: Chapter 38
"Volleyball Pam....can you keep a secret? I'll whisper this so only you and I will hear...I think bkwrm is still trying real hard to find the answer."
Fact: bkwrm is very grateful to Volleyball Pam because bkwrm was thisclose to waving the white flag. LOL. Clearly, bkwrm needs to stop playing 20 Qs! ::ends referring to self in third person::
My favorite part of the new update is definitely Steve talking to Jim. Way to go, dude!
I was super excited when I read to the part about Pam asking Jim if he was okay and he responded that he was stiff. My mind (still in the gutter) immediately jumped to her giving him a massage because helllloooooo, massages relax people & they will find it more easier to, er...communicate ;o). And then you went and ruin that for me! It's okay though...as long as you continue the rapid updates.
Author's Response: Well, now that the 20 Questions mystery has been solved I guess we can get back to the matter at hand. So, you picked up on my little bit of word play...and I thought I was being oh, so clever. You guys are too....too....something! Sounds like you're getting a bit antsy...for the good parts. repeat the mantra....patience....patience....patience....
Date: July 20, 2009 08:30 am Title: Chapter 1
LOVE IT!
Author's Response:
Wow...I guess your name kind of says it all...I'm starting to feel like an enabler. But I guess there's a lot worse things to be hooked on than a little JAM! Thanks for reading.
Date: July 20, 2009 06:52 am Title: Chapter 38
Let me go on the record as saying that I'm still holding out hope for the JAM massage ; ) While I don't want to wish this story away, I sure hope the bits of advice our favorite couple is receiving sink in soon.
Author's Response: NanReg...just keep thinking those positive thoughts...I have a feeling that you really won't have to wait too much longer to find out if any of the "advice" has sunk in.
Date: July 20, 2009 06:28 am Title: Chapter 38
Dear Mr. Bill. This is a novella, not a story. You weren't lying when you said you'd been working on this for awhile, were you? I'm just happy Jim has finally made a phone call and I can't wait to "see" Pam's picture.
Author's Response: Well, I did say at the very beginning that it was a long story...and yes, it took some time to write. But I'm pretty confident that things are on thier way to being worked out. I just appreciate your sticking with it as I spin my tale.
Date: July 19, 2009 11:15 pm Title: Chapter 38
Hmmm, a walk in the snow. I can't wait to see where this goes! I have a feeling we're getting to the good stuff :)
Author's Response: Well, Skeet....I'm not giving anything away, here...but keep those positive vibes coming...you never know!
8 [Report This]Date: July 19, 2009 09:36 pm Title: Chapter 38
I feel like an addict waiting for her next fix while I'm waiting for you to post new chapters - I keep clicking on "most recent" and when I'm rewarded with new chapters I get such a serious high, and then when I've read them, such a bottoming-out low knowing it will probably be 2 days before I get my fix again. (And I'm a lucky one, being an admin here I often get to see them right after you've posted them, and it's all I can do to click "Validate" so I can read the next one.) As for the story, I love it. Pleeeease update soon.
Author's Response:
I love the sound of "validation clicking" in the morning! It sounds like.... Hey, it's still early here...I haven't had any coffee yet! And Kaystar, keep that clicker ready...as I stated below, I'm planning on posts each day now.
I'm really pleased that you are enjoying my story so much...and much appreciation for your 'admin' work...you and your colleagues all do such a great job!
Date: July 19, 2009 08:55 pm Title: Chapter 38
Ahhhh dude they need to just do it ;)
Author's Response: You think so? Hmmmmm.