Summary: Christmas morning, set Season 2 after the Christmas Party episode. Pam and Jim overthink their Christmas gifts. Romance, mild angst, mild language and innuendo.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes
Word count: 3984 Read Count: 1569 ePub Downloads: 3
Penname: Dernhelm Real name: Tonya
Member Since: November 07, 2019
Bio:
Bio:
Three little facts about me:
1) I'm a work-from-home mom from Kyiv, Ukraine.
2) I'm super late to the party, but I do my best to turn my excitement with the show into the content (hopefully, qualitative).
3) I care about Pam Beesly more than about any other fictional character in all the existent fandoms.
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[Report This] Published: December 22, 2019 Updated: December 22, 2019
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 
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Date: December 25, 2019 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
1 Date: December 25, 2019 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
This story is so sweet! It's nice as a one-shot and would be even nicer as AU. But only if you'll have the inspiration to continue :)
And Pam's gift is marvelous! As for me, it's an obvious indication of more than just friendship (I'm also pathetic, I guess :))
Happy holidays to you!
Author's Response: Thanks so much! I've decided to continue this in a sequel, called "New Year's Eve." I hope you check it out!
Summary: Oh, their true love gave it to them alright. Twelve ways from Christmas.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: Holiday, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content
Challenges: 12 Days of Christmas
Series: None
Chapters: 12 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 56785 Read Count: 31928 ePub Downloads: 13
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: Holiday, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content
Challenges: 12 Days of Christmas
Series: None
Chapters: 12 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 56785 Read Count: 31928 ePub Downloads: 13
[Report This] Published: December 25, 2019 Updated: March 20, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: March 23, 2020 Title: Chapter 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming
1 Date: March 23, 2020 Title: Chapter 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming
Oh my... Oh my!
I don't have enough words to tell you how I love this chapter. The tension, the angst, the release... and the music on the background. Gahh!
Thank you so much for the perfect ending of this journey!
*went to re-read the whole story and add some new stuff to the current Jam playlist*
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3929 Read Count: 1919 ePub Downloads: 2
A version of Christmas Party where Pam makes the right choice - with a little help from an unexpected friend.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3929 Read Count: 1919 ePub Downloads: 2
[Report This] Published: December 27, 2019 Updated: December 27, 2019
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: December 27, 2019 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
1 Date: December 27, 2019 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
This story is unbelievably sweet and gentle (despite the fact of how it all started). I love the interactions between the older and the younger generations of the Halperts. It's so natural and cute! And the life with Roy... I genuinely feel sorry for them both. Perhaps, there is a woman for Roy, who makes him happy and be happy herself, but it definitely not Pam. Glad, she made the right choice. Yay!
Also, I feel a little bit sad for poor Anna... but, maybe, she had happiness in her life and after...
And I would be delighted to read more Christmas stories from you!
Author's Response: Thanks Dernhelm! I worried using the kids would take away from the story a little bit, so I’m glad that worked. Oh Roy, we all love to hate him, but I feel for him (a little). I think perhaps there is a good fit for Roy out there somewhere too... Hopefully things work out okay with that wife of his down the track. I may never finish that other Christmas story - we’ll see...
Summary: Sequel to my fic, "Christmas Morning." Jim decides to make his New Year's resolution come true at Kevin's New Year's Eve party. AU, Season 2. Romance, some Adult language and themes, and mild sexual content.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Ensemble, Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 11928 Read Count: 4522 ePub Downloads: 3
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Ensemble, Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 11928 Read Count: 4522 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: December 28, 2019 Updated: January 05, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: January 01, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
1 Date: January 01, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
Oh, this is very sweet! Poor Jim, poor Pam, but they so adorable. The appearance of Jim's father is nice, though I had the impression that he pushed Pam a little (perhaps, she needed it, and yet...). And I love the idea of giving Pam some time to think about her feeling.
I am thrilled to see what happens next!
Author's Response: Thanks so much! And I'm glad you liked Jim's dad. I hope you enjoy the final chapter, which I just posted.
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 8 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 33765 Read Count: 13138 ePub Downloads: 11
When the flu attacks Dunder Mifflin, Pam and Jim are the only ones left to go on a road trip training mission to other branches. Three days alone in a car together--hmm, what could possibly happen? AU set late Season 2. Romance/mild angst/humor/adult content. Rated T, at first...
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 8 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 33765 Read Count: 13138 ePub Downloads: 11
[Report This] Published: January 12, 2020 Updated: February 24, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: January 14, 2020 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
1 Date: January 14, 2020 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
I feel so much compassion for Pam. Poor girl, she deserves better than a dull life with Roy (but, to be honest, I feel sorry for sick Roy and his mom as well).
And, of course, it's lovely to see how Jim adds a little adventure in her life — looking forward to seeing how he feels about their trip!
Author's Response: Yes, there's nothing simple about this love triangle, for sure. Roy can be likeable, and pitiful, but the heart wants what the heart wants. Thanks for the review. I just posted chapter 2!
Author's Response: Yes, there's nothing simple about this love triangle, for sure. Roy can be likeable, and pitiful, but the heart wants what the heart wants. Thanks for the review. I just posted chapter 2!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: January 22, 2020 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
1 Date: January 22, 2020 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
Awww, I like the previous chapter, but I absolutely adore this one. Their confusion and reactions are so realistic, and I like the way how Pam tried to downplay 'the bed incident.' Roy... well, his response is entirely predictable. I hope you give us a full story about what had happened on July the Fourth. But, to be honest, I anticipate the continuation of interactions between Jim and Pam more than that :)
Author's Response: It is so gratifying to hear you think my descriptions are realistic. I certainly try for that. And there is definitely more about Roy's indiscretion in the next chapter, which, I just happened to have posted, packed full of Jammy goodness. I'd love to hear what you think. Thanks for the awesome review!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 10, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
1 Date: February 10, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
Well, a cunning plan is something I expected the least from Roy, so it definitely would be something interesting (and awkward, and, I hope, would ultimately backfire). I'll be waiting for an update very much!
Author's Response: Yeah, they didn't paint Roy as the sharpest tool in the shed, so I won't be straying too far from canon, lol. But more story in the meantime. Thanks so much for the review. More soon!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 16, 2020 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7
1 Date: February 16, 2020 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7
Yay for Pam the Brave!
I'm not enjoying that Pam was accused of cheating (the whole cheating theme makes me extremely uncomfortable), but I like that this means that the thing with Roy is definitely over.
And if Jim doesn't take her in, well, I'll say that he is just... but, I think highly of him. So, I hope he'll do the right thing.
I'll wait patiently for the next update!
Author's Response: You know what they say, the accuser is usually doing the same things him/herself. Working on the next chapter now. Thanks for the review!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 24, 2020 Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8
1 Date: February 24, 2020 Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8
It's such a great final! I like the picnic scene so much. It's a perfect start of their happily ever after. And, I'm sure they'll enjoy Florida as well :)
And thank you for the glimpse of 'dangerous Jim' (even 'dark Jim'). I'm thrilled to see that side of him!
Author's Response: Thank you! I personally like the glimpses we get of Jim when he isn't so "perfect." Glad you liked this.
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Past, Future, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam, Pam, Pam/Other, Pam/Roy
Genres: Childhood, Fluff, Inner Monologue
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Challenges: Another Decade
Series: None
Chapters: 31 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 21168 Read Count: 25687 ePub Downloads: 4
It's 1995 and 16 year old Pam thinks she has everything figured out. All she wants is to be an artist, find a nice boy to fall in love with, and continue to think that everything happens for a reason.
The summer after her 16th birthday everything comes crashing down. Pam's life as she knew it begins to change. The perfect cocoon of a life she had originally had begins to crumble.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Past, Future, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam, Pam, Pam/Other, Pam/Roy
Genres: Childhood, Fluff, Inner Monologue
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Challenges: Another Decade
Series: None
Chapters: 31 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 21168 Read Count: 25687 ePub Downloads: 4
[Report This] Published: February 05, 2020 Updated: June 09, 2023
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: August 19, 2020 Title: Chapter 26: Thursday, December 11, 1997
Date: August 19, 2020 Title: Chapter 26: Thursday, December 11, 1997
Ah, the last paragraph is the sweetest! I adore these two dorks in love so much!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: July 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 25: Saturday, October 5, 1997
Date: July 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 25: Saturday, October 5, 1997
Yep, this is precisely what I need in my life right now — happy, fluffy Jim and Pam. I have to re-read this chapter more often :)
Thank you!
Author's Response: Aw thank you! I love fluffy Jam so much myself and it is quite fun to write!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: June 04, 2020 Title: Chapter 24: Thursday, October 2, 1997
Date: June 04, 2020 Title: Chapter 24: Thursday, October 2, 1997
Awww, even if there's 'nothing too exciting' in Pam's life, they're so adorable and cozy with each other! I'm here for it!
And I agree with Pam — staring at Jim all day not a bad thing :)
Author's Response: I'm so happy you're enjoying the story just as much as I am writing it!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: May 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 23: Sunday, September 28, 1997
Date: May 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 23: Sunday, September 28, 1997
I love this chapter so much! They both are so adorable and happy - well, the way I prefer my Jam :)
Author's Response: Me too:) although I keep adding angst into the mix in my stories, so I don't know what that's about!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: May 04, 2020 Title: Chapter 21: Sunday, September 7, 1997
Date: May 04, 2020 Title: Chapter 21: Sunday, September 7, 1997
What a chapter.
What.
A.
Chapter.
Honestly, it made me giddy and happy for the whole day. Thank you so much for that :)
Author's Response: AW! I love that you loved it! Thank you!!!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: April 12, 2020 Title: Chapter 16: Sunday, August 17, 1997 & Monday, August 18th, 1997
1 Date: April 12, 2020 Title: Chapter 16: Sunday, August 17, 1997 & Monday, August 18th, 1997
This chapter made me so happy!
I rase my biggest mug of tea to celebrate the end of the 'Roy period' and the fresh start.
Cheers!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: March 12, 2020 Title: Chapter 12: Friday (night), September 22, 1995
1 Date: March 12, 2020 Title: Chapter 12: Friday (night), September 22, 1995
*'Oh, How It Hurts' by Barbara Mason blares softly in the background*
I totally understand Pam's frustration and turmoils in her life (and her head), but still... it's so painful to watch how Roy affects (negatively!) Pam's life already. Keep my fingers crossed and hope they won't last long...
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 24, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Thursday, August 10, 1995
1 Date: February 24, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Thursday, August 10, 1995
Aww, that's so sweet! Hope they'll have a good (and not awkward at all) time together :)
Author's Response: It should get better :) Thanks for reading!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: April 19, 2020 Title: Chapter 19: Sunday, August 31, 1997
1 Date: April 19, 2020 Title: Chapter 19: Sunday, August 31, 1997
Lovely, just lovely!
I hope Pam figures out that all of this means sooner than later :)
Author's Response: I hope so too:)
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 11, 2020 Title: Chapter 5: Sunday, August 6, 1995
1 Date: February 11, 2020 Title: Chapter 5: Sunday, August 6, 1995
Oh, this story is so sweet! And sad. Just like Pam.
I like the idea very much. It's always great to discover more about Pam outside the office. I literally squealed with delight when I read the name 'James.' There is something tender and doomed in the relationship between high school Pam and Jim. I'll be looking forward to more!
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Drama, Inner Monologue, Romance, Travel
Warnings: Other Adult Theme
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 3353 Read Count: 1991 ePub Downloads: 1
He's scared to face his future. She's struggling with her past. Two brokenhearted strangers. One night in New York City.
Inspired by Before We Go
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Drama, Inner Monologue, Romance, Travel
Warnings: Other Adult Theme
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 3353 Read Count: 1991 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 19, 2020 Updated: March 24, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 22, 2020 Title: Chapter 1: Kaleidoscope of loud heartbeats under coats
1 Date: February 22, 2020 Title: Chapter 1: Kaleidoscope of loud heartbeats under coats
Oh, I like how it started. I haven't seen Before We Go, but I bet it's good (and everything becomes even better with a little JAMification). The setup and descriptions are so poetical... I can close my eyes and see these scenes vividly.
I'm looking forward to the continuing :)
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Angela, Cece Halpert, Dwight, Jim/Pam, Larissa Halpert, Meredith, Other, Phillip Halpert, Phillip Schrute, Toby
Genres: Drama, Married
Warnings: Adult language, Dubious Consent, Moderate sexual content, Other Adult Theme, Possible Triggers, Secondary Character Death, Violence/Injury
Series: The Virtus Series
Chapters: 19 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 78565 Read Count: 19525 ePub Downloads: 63
"It's not about ideologies anymore or what we wish the world was. It just isn’t. You have to decide what matters and then do whatever you can to keep it. Sometimes that means making impossible decisions; choices that take a piece of you.”
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Angela, Cece Halpert, Dwight, Jim/Pam, Larissa Halpert, Meredith, Other, Phillip Halpert, Phillip Schrute, Toby
Genres: Drama, Married
Warnings: Adult language, Dubious Consent, Moderate sexual content, Other Adult Theme, Possible Triggers, Secondary Character Death, Violence/Injury
Series: The Virtus Series
Chapters: 19 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 78565 Read Count: 19525 ePub Downloads: 63
[Report This] Published: February 24, 2020 Updated: November 12, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: February 26, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Dirty Water, Final Scraps of Light
1 Date: February 26, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Dirty Water, Final Scraps of Light
Amazing story. Every piece of it is fantastic. I'm in awe of how you catch the heroes' emotions, translate them into letters, and make the readers (at least me) feel them all. I'm on the verge of tears right now, but it's okay.
And definitely, it's great to see a little backstory. I like how it's uncovered not instantly, but little by little. Thank you for your story!
Author's Response: Wow, thank you so much! I'm hoping to explore how the events of the past have shaped who Jim and Pam are now. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Summary:
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst, Humor, Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Moderate sexual content, Other Adult Theme
Series: None
Chapters: 7 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 21540 Read Count: 6971 ePub Downloads: 4
Set in Season 3, immediately following "The Convict," wherein Jim gave Andy false information to woo Pam. Pam surprises everyone, however, by agreeing to go out with Andy. Unbeknownst to Jim, Pam is seeking revenge against him for his brilliant prank. But will Pam take things too far? Will the turntables?
AU bit of romance, humor, and maybe a little angst. Rated M for adult language and situations.
Disclaimer: I own nothing belonging to The Office. No copyright infringement intended.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst, Humor, Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Moderate sexual content, Other Adult Theme
Series: None
Chapters: 7 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 21540 Read Count: 6971 ePub Downloads: 4
[Report This] Published: February 29, 2020 Updated: April 05, 2020
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: March 27, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
1 Date: March 27, 2020 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
It's a great chapter, though it made me sad.
To be honest, I always think that the whole Jim/Karen relationship was a big mistake and a mess; and Jim... yeah, he was the one to blame. And he kind of deserved punishment. But the way this relationship ended here... it's painful because Karen is hurt so badly, and both Jim and Pam's consciences weren't clean, and... it's just hard that the characters you like so much turned to be assholess.
But I hope for better, and I do like your story. I'll be waiting for the next chapter!
Author's Response: Glad you liked this story, even though it was a bit angsty. I'm not one for much angst, so it won't last for long. Thanks so much for the review. I just posted chapter 7!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: April 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7: Conclusion and Epilogue
1 Date: April 07, 2020 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7: Conclusion and Epilogue
Awww, I'm so glad Karen has her happy end! As well as Pam and Jim.
But... poor, poor Toby. He is so kind, and gentle, and doomed to pine over a woman who can't love him back... I hope, though, he'll find solace somehow...
Thank you for the story!
Author's Response: Yeah, I always feel so sorry for Toby too. Maybe I should write a love story for Toby sometime ;) Thanks for reading this fic, and for the great reviews.
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: March 08, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
1 Date: March 08, 2020 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
I'm both excited and terrified of the new chapter. Excited, because it's fantastic and shows so many lovely details (like Dwight's meticulousness or Jim's arrival. And Toby. Oh, I love him, and he deserves so much better!)
But also I'm terrified because this whole thing just couldn't end well for everyone. Especially for Pam. Poor girl, she has to do something that she doesn't like just to get the attention the man she loves. And I feel sympathy for Karen here. Pam knows, Andy and Jim know, but she is absolutely oblivious.
Can't wait to see how the story goes!
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: March 10, 2020 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
1 Date: March 10, 2020 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
Oh my, this is such a great chapter! I love that they are honest with each other at last. It's sad that for this to happen, other people had to be involved (and probably hurt). Nevertheless, I root for them both and wish all the suffering will pay off.
Thank you!