I've recently become an avid lover of The Office, and Jim/Pam in particular.
I'm interested in pretty much anything that has to do with them. ^_^
I do write, but only after I've done extensive reading in the fandom first, so don't expect anything from me for a while.
Other fandoms include (but not exclusive to) Alias; Veronica Mars; House MD; Lost, and other general televised debaucheries.
Also, TWoP rocks my socks (marry me, Sars!).
cheers.
--Lex
Kelly's determined to bring out Pam's innate hotness, as Jim watches on....
Takes place between Traveling Salesmen and The Return.
OH MY GOD I HATE THAT SONG!!!!!!!
I hate the way that it just gets stuck in your head and it won't STOP!!!
*laughs*
i had a good giggle with this fic. Thanks for that.
cheers.
--Lex
AGHHHH!!! My (mind's) EYES!!!!!
Good lord, you really know how to just make me giggly and queasy at the same time.
Jeez, this fic is awesome. I could really use a beach day now.
Thanks!
cheers.
--Lex
Ahaha!!! Of course Kevin would try to cop a feel!!
I'm so glad there was an update to this!
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
Unlike the others, which are various fantasies and wishes and ifs, this kiss is a when....because it looks (feels) like nothing she’s imagined for herself. Looks like nothing anyone would imagine for themselves.
I find that this resonates with me quite a bit. It's an interesting thought to have when the person that you love is kissing someone else. I really like it.
I like that Pam is just kind of pacing herself. She obviously does believe in second (and third and fourth and fifth) chances, but I just wish that she'd apply more of them to herself.
This was a lovely story, and I really enjoyed it.
Thank you so much.
cheers.
--Lex
This made me smile.
Thanks so much.
cheers.
--Lex
Written in response to the Evening Coming (aka the Scarf) challenge. Not usually one for prompts, but this one got me thinking.
Wait, how is it that I didn't review this before? (or did I and just don't remember?)
hmm...might be because my head is fuzzy due to the medication.
Anyway, this story was incredible. I don't know what it is about Jam writers that just seem to be able to nail heartache so well. And you do. So well.
also, I like that the idea of taking the scarf because it's his is just so Pam. It's understated and just a very intimate gesture.
Well, anyway, this story is just wonderful. *adds to favs*
Thanks so much.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: Thank you, Lex. Honored to be a fave! And I'm really glad that it felt intimate, because that's exactly how I imagined it.
okay, first of all:
YEY!!!! FIC FROM XOXOXO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
*fangirl squee*
"Just a kiss"? yeah, what the hell? Poor Pam. But maybe this will finally get her to DO SOMETHING. At least be angry at him for saying that. But (as you've mentioned here) it's not like she told Roy about it either. (btw, does Karen still not know about Roy and Pam? cos that was kinda fuzzy).
Also, I would love for someone to speculate about Pam becoming a stripper (or at least going to stripper school). Because THAT_WOULD_ROCK. hee. (i'm not saying it should be you...I'm just getting it out there.)
I'm excited about this story.
Thanks so much. (and sorry I rambled)
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
The way I think about it - she changed her life for him and in Pam's mind she's now getting pissed he didn't wait around for her to process all that meant. As far as Karen knowing about Roy and Pam I don't think she does know about that (which is bizarre to me - but consider how everyone is bending the truth when it comes to her I can see how it happened).
Stay tuned for Stripper!Pam. I do believe someone over at TWoP is working on that as we speak. :)
NO!!!
yes, Beard!Roy was being adorable, but I'm still screaming NOOOO!
dude, heartache all over the place.
thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
I KNOW Lex. I know.
Writing it made me feel better in a weird sort of way.
It's going to be OK. I'm sure of it. ;)
Hm. Yes, Pam's been courageous. Unfortunately, the one time she really needs that courage, it's gone. But courage like the one that she needs takes a long time to build up, so hopefully, she just needs some time.
I really do feel for Pam in all of this. I know what it's like to present your artwork, knowing that you're not showing much about yourself because your most personal and moving pieces are tucked away carefully in your mind (because the stuff that's really really personal is terrifying to even put on a canvas) or some dark forgotten corner of your life and still feeling hurt that no one likes it. It's a strange sort of disappointment with yourself that's kinda indescribable and just sad.
Thank you so much for writing this.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
You are welcome Lex. I just have this need to figure her out and this is my version of what's going on in her mind. I'm pretty confident she'll make the right choices when all is said and done - just not as quickly as I might like.
And that's what pains me. :(
Thanks again for the review!
I like that you say that about roller coasters. It's so true. And you're terrified the whole time and you scream and laugh and you can't wait to get on again.
I'm so glad that you wrote more!!
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
Well - let me just say. If S3 is a roller coaster as far as Jim and Pam are concerned I want it stated for the record - it's one that I only intend to experience ONCE.
If this all ends the way I hope/pray/wish/demand (LOL) I have no desire to take another spin. :)
Pam finally gets pushed over the edge when it comes to Jim and his new girlfriend. Post-Ben Franklin. YES!!!!
They gave in!!!!
And how was it that you managed to make a conversation about jumper cables so incredibly sexy? Because, really, the metaphor is perfect.
Thanks!
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: And I didn't even think about the jumper cable metaphor! Wow, I'm either a really bad writer or a really good. Thanks for noticing that.
This is from Karen's point of view - my attempt at getting into her head and fleshing out just what's going on there. (Perhaps I should clarify that this is decidedly not a Crazy!Karen fic.)
And while it's obviously centered on Karen, Jim and Pam are very much in the background.
It'll ultimately be a two-parter, probably no more than that. Seriously. I mean it this time.
Oh, WOW. This was such a good version of Karen!! 100% spot on (I tried and failed here: http://amaliak.livejournal.com/34493.html --I'm too shy to post it here at MTT).
i like that she thinks of Jim as her "good guy", because I think that he is and while I don't agree with the way this whole situation is being played out on the show (poor Karen!) I think that you've presented the scenes of what probably happened is a very realistic way.
In not so many words, I'm trying to tell you that you rock.
Thanks so much for this.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
Wow - thank you so much! Is that link a link to a fic you wrote? I'll have to check it out. (And BTW: Don't be too shy to post here; this is a really welcoming community, believe me!)
Yeah, how could you not think Jim's the epitome of a "good guy"? And that's the tragedy of it all - he is a good guy, just not for Karen.
Thanks again for the review!
Hm.
I like that you're having Karen be conflicted about how to react to all of this. It's such a complicated thing, really.
Also, having not been privy to the goodness that was pre-CN Jim/Pam, the parking lot scene does sound really...harsh.
hee!!
I love this.
Thanks so much.
cheers.
--Lex
That was very good. I really liked that Jim wanted to be a knight. That's just the sweetest thing, really. He wanted to rescue people. ^_^
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
It all starts at Phyllis' Wedding. Jim and Pam's lives completely change after they've both moved on....to New York City, that is.
OMGMYGODWHAT'SGOINGTOHAPPEN?????
I'd just like to say that I like that Pam is standing up for herself to Jim, and that it's not easy for either of them. The things that are really worthwhile are worth working for.
Can't wait for more!
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
I don't think that I've ever read a story when Jim tells Roy about what happened on Casino Night.
Much less one where Roy actually encourages Jim/Pam.
It's different, revolutionary.
and SPECTACULAR.
(though, I'm not sure Roy would take it as well as he did here)
I cannot wait for the next part.
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
In the end, it doesn't happen at a wedding.
I love that it doesn't happen at a wedding. or any other of the aforementioned places.
i don't know why, but the idea of her dumping out boxes of forks because she can't find the spoons is just very striking to me. It really does solidify the frustration of it all.
Seriously, this was done wonderfully well.
Thanks so much.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: Thanks, Lex :)
JOSEEEEEEEEEEPH COONNNNRAAAAAAAADDDDDDDDD!!!
I'm so sorry. Honestly, I am. It's just that in college I did a group project on Heart of Darkness (*ACK*) and it was a mock jury trial where we actually had Conrad on the stand and...god, it was hilarious, so now I can't think of Joseph Conrad and not have a giggling fit.
but aside from that, I really like the Jim that you've presented here. I can feel just the utter despair, and the fact that he's actually looking to finally get out of DM is something that it's touched on often (though I really wish it was).
Thanks so much for this.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: Thanks, Lex. Yeah, this took me back to college lit courses, too. My secret fear was that my old English professor would read it and I'd get this stern critique from him on imagery and simile...but the chances he watches "The Office" are very slim. :) Thanks for the feedback!
SQUEEEEEE!!!
okay, I seriously hope that this is how it happens, because oh my GOD this is perfect. Minimal drama and angst, but still very true to all the Emo that is JimandPam.
Thanks so so so much for this.
cheers.
--Lex
YEY!!! You updated this! I'm so glad that there's more.
And yikes, Pam knew? Okay, yeah, Jim has a right to be MONUMENTALLY pissed off. Were's that damn psyche now?
Hee. Diane and Rebecca years.
My mom still uses that expression. She says 'tempest in a teacup', though.
Thanks.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: I know! No worries, psyche will return... next chapter I think. And your mom is cool.
Seriously, I'm more and more impressed by this every new chapter.
You're right, almosts don't count, no matter how many there are.
Angela! Toby! Claire and Tom! (OTP!) This is just so brilliant.
Thank you so much.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: Thank you! This chapter was the hardest one to write so far, so I'm glad that you like it the best.
i love this line:
Jim is still with Karen and Pam is still stuck trying to foster a relationship with the back of Jim’s neck.
It's so ridiculous and sad because it's essentially the truth.
I like that this story isn't about resolving the issue, but about moving towards a possible resolution.
Also, major props for making this about the Dundies kiss. Because I think that's totally what Jim told Karen too. ^_^
Psyches kind of rock.
Oh yeah.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response:
Psyches do rock, don't they :)
I'm just so bummed with the way Jim and Pam interact now that I just needed to write something in which Pam gives a hint that she's ready to do something more. Hence Jimpot. Hopefully not too heavy on the metaphor, but hey, I gave it a cute name.
It's uncanny how you can make something so stupidly simple just so...AWESOME.
Seriously. You rock. So hard. (twss!)
Thank you so much.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: Amalia - thanks for the AWESOME review. You sure know how to boost my ego! And really, Jim's just a beautiful collection of simple things, isn't he??
ooooh.
I'm intrigued. So, I wasn't the only one who thought it'd be kinda cool if Jim had been on the "Lost" airplane on the way back from Australia. And cool! He did end up running into Dwight on his connecting flight from Mordor! (hee)
Although, I'm sure Dwight knows about the Others....
oh yes.
Thanks!
cheers.
--Lex
It's Valentine's Day. Pam has something to tell Jim. Wishful thinking - S3 per usual. :)
DUUUUUUUUDE.
so awesome.
*has been reduced to Kevin-levels of coherency*
thx.
cheers.
--Lex
Author's Response: LOL! That's just fine w/me. Thanks Lex!
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