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This is my first review ever! This makes me a very bad fanfic reader because I have been reading fic for quite some time. I decided that I really do need to start writing reviews because ALL writers deserve respect for what they do. So while you can't be compensated monetarily, please except my fan squeeing as payment:

OMG!!1! U r the best!! i luv u!

...Just kidding. This is my real review: You are probably wondering why someone is reviewing one of your fics from months and months ago. The reason I decided to review this one first is because it is my favorite on the whole site. There are tons of fic I really enjoy, but this one was written before Jim/Pam were together and when I read it I just felt like "Yes this is how it would be." So while I think Distance Learnign and that one about a squirell a few people have mentioned ;) are great this will always be my favorite.

I just realized my real review is alot like my fan squeeing review with the amount of gushing and praise ... but it's true. So only around 80 more fics I need to review. Wish me luck!

Author's Response:

deepest apologies for replying to this so late - it is in no way indicative of how happy your review made me.  :)

someone else left a review for The Kiss Toll today, and it made me re-read it because it had been so long since I had.  While imperfect in places, I do think it's one of my favourites (that I've written) - so I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

and thanks for recognizing how much we authors live for reviews.  It's an addiction really.  ;-) 

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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!

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"Roy? How about a little mood music? I have this Travis cd…" hehe, these are so much fun!

Author's Response: Good one! Also, "do you think you could lean in that doorway a little?...yeah..." Thanks for the review Whichoneispam08.

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She swallowed. “You’re not looking at my shoulders.”
His gazed flicked up to meet hers. Dazed surprise turned to laughter. “Oops. You are… right.”

I love that they are cute and funny...while still being sexy. That's a lot for anyone to work into a story.

I really enjoyed this! Can't wait for you to write more!

Author's Response: Thank you! :)  The funny/sexy/serious balance is so tricky, so I'm glad you thought it worked.  

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…Umm, yeah. Ending there is evil. Don’t be evil.

Update soon please. I await eagerly on the edge of my seat: Will Pam be honest to Jim? Will Angela send Dwight to make sure Jim acts appropriately? Will Jim sneeze in Pam’s hair while trying to be sexy? Will she break his heart again?

Author's Response:

But... being evil is so fun!

Okay, how much to I LOVE your idea for Angela to send Dwight over? Answer: A LOT. Unfortunately, ch3 is already written so I can't put it in there... but, I may use a variation on your idea later on (I'll give you credit, of course).

You rock! 

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All the chapters of this story are amaaazinng [/kelly] I read it back to back with each of the chapters from Five Ways Pam Tells Jim She's Pregnant. And while never can get enough Jim/Pam fluff and I am all about the idea of Jim/Pam fitting perfectly together for ever and ever; I truly loved this line the most :

….He settles back into the couch cushions, thinking that he's got everything he ever wanted. Almost….

It just twists at your heart! You are dawesome!

Author's Response: Thank you so much! I tried to make some of it non-fluffy, I'm glad it worked, heh. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review!

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You know that awful noise people make right before they start sobbing...yeah I made that noise and my eyes welled up when I finished your story. I'm really not a crier so that was surprising, especially for my roommate who had no idea what was going on!
This was awesome and obviously so moving. I can't wait to read more from you!

Author's Response: Oh I know the noise...believe me, I've had many a cover story for when my roommate's caught me sobbing to sad fic...Thanks a lot for your kind words!

Wow!
...see I can be minimal too...

Niiice [/Kevin]

I really think that it's a great characterization of Jim that he would be patient, encouraging, and challenging in all parts of Pam's life. I also like that Pam's experience and lack of chocolate cake is explained by more than just Roy being inconsiderate, but her own insecurities. I love, love the well-written, believable smut you do so well!

Author's Response: Thanks Whichoneispam08! I\'m so tlad you agree that Roy might not have been as much of a sexual oaf as he is often made out to be (I\'ve done that in past fics, too...). I just sort of envision him giving up if Pam wasn\'t \"proactive\", whereas I think Jim would try, try again. Thanks so much for reviewing!

Well-written. [Check]
Funny. [Check]
Sexy. [Check]

Your Pam Rocks!

Author's Response: Thanks!

This actually pretty similar to conversations I have in real life about Clinton/Obama.

Topical & fun!

Author's Response: I am glad it was slightly realistic. Because everyone I know basically is either Republican... or Obama.

This is so beautiful and calm. I love imagining Jim/Pam the way you've written them here.