Penname: grc73 Real name: Catherine
Member Since: August 02, 2020

Bio:

Wife, mother (of children, not dragons, generally). Hopeless romantic, massive JAM shipper. 

Also present on FanFiction.Net under the same name, where I wrote a fair number of stories for Bones, which for over ten years was the TV love of my life. Until now.

I’m still fairly new to The (US) Office, but as a Brit, I was really into the UK version and wasn’t too sure about this upstart US reboot, even with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s input. I’d seen a few episodes over the years, knew vaguely about the Jim/Pam storyline and that there was chemistry, but not really clicked on how good it was, and as for the rest, the little I’d seen? Well, Craig Robinson is Doug Judy in B99 to me, Rashida Jones - Ann Perkins in Parks and Rec; and I didn’t even know that Ellie Kemper and Ed Helms had been in it for several seasons, let alone James Spader and CATHERINE TATE?!  Then I binge-watched it all the way through early in UK lockdown in Spring  2020 and suddenly it all clicked, and I fell hard for JAM. Really hard.

I’ve now watched some episodes several times, but I’m following via the Office Ladies podcast, so I’m really getting into the detail of the show itself as well as the love story.

In real life I have my own Jim (although his name isn’t Jim and he doesn’t work in paper, but he is lovely), two teenagers, a naughty Beagle and a cheeky Jack Russell. I work in the IT Industry.


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Reviews by grc73
Baby, Come Home by Graceface Rated: M [Reviews - 26] 30 New!
Summary: Because it's law that your first fic on MTT is based on Casino Night (JOKES), this is an AU version of that fateful night.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Pregnancy/Babies
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 4 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 12411 Read Count: 2705 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: November 26, 2022 Updated: February 18, 2024
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: August 13, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: I'm coming apart at the seams

This was a very good start and congratulations on getting your first chapter up! Welcome to the MTT Writers’ club.

Something has been niggling me though and it’s more your comment intro about it being “law” that someone’s first story is about Casino Night. That’s not the case at all, not sure where you got that idea from. Many people have written about something different to that in their first story. Please don’t make sweeping generalisations. Rant over.

Good luck with the next chapters, I shall definitely read on with the two you’ve written already,

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying so far and willing to stick around!

I honestly didnt mean anything by the intro comment, I was just trying to be funny and it was my initiation into writing. I didn't mean to cause any offence, I'm not that kind of person and I'm fully aware of the amazing stories people have written here x 

Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: February 22, 2024 Title: Chapter 4: I'm singing 'Baby, Come Home' in a melody of tears

Another really entertaining chapter!

The Twelve Pranks of Christmas by MrsKHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 66] 39
Summary:

On all the days of Christmas, Jim's true love gave to him...the gift of pranking

For the 2022 Holiday Fic Challenge.


Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Dwight, Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff, Holiday, Humor
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: Holiday Fic Challenge 2022
Chapters: 14 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 22561 Read Count: 5660 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: December 11, 2022 Updated: December 24, 2022
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: December 11, 2022 Title: Chapter 1: Moroccan Christmas

Multi chap! Multi chap!

Author's Response: Eeshk! I hope the rest of them are ok!! No pressure *sweats profusely*

The Beacon by warrior4 Rated: M [Reviews - 19] 23
Summary: Pam sets out a guiding light to bring Jim home. Written for the 2022 Christmas story exchange.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam, Karen, Kevin, Roy
Genres: Drama, Fluff, Holiday, Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Violence/Injury
Series: Holiday Fic Challenge 2022, Hope in the Dark
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 10909 Read Count: 1963 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: December 17, 2022 Updated: December 29, 2022
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: December 29, 2022 Title: Chapter 1: Set the Lay

Ah Warrior, somehow you’ve managed to find a new take on this, excited to read more.

Author's Response: Always fun to bring a new spin on things. Glad you're here.

Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: December 29, 2022 Title: Chapter 2: Strike the Match

Wow. That took a turn that I wasn’t expecting. It’s really interesting to get an insight into what you and your colleagues do though (hopefully only ever third hand!)

Author's Response: Thanks. Not quite as detailed as other times I've brought EMS into my writings, but it worked well. The job makes for interesting shifts that's for sure.

Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: December 29, 2022 Title: Chapter 3: Follow the Light

Well thank goodness for that happy ending! That was lovely, Warrior, a very Happy New Year to you and your family :)

Author's Response: I'm a sucker for a happy ending, especially around the holidays. Happy New Year to you and yours as well.

They said there'll be peace on earth by Basscop69 Rated: T [Reviews - 5] 10
Summary: A pre-season Christmas one shot, written for the holiday fic challenge. 
Categories: Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: Adult language
Series: Holiday Fic Challenge 2022
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 9349 Read Count: 676 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: December 20, 2022 Updated: December 20, 2022
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: December 24, 2022 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

What a lovely read, Basscop, I savoured every moment of that.

even the wrong words seem to rhyme by calcliffbas Rated: T [Reviews - 8] 19
Summary: Jim and Pam spend a lazy Saturday morning together in the new-relationship bliss of post-S3/pre-S4.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3640 Read Count: 1032 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: December 28, 2022 Updated: December 28, 2022
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: January 03, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: even the wrong words seem to rhyme

This is so, so good.

Author's Response: Aw, thank you! I'm glad you liked it. :)

So Easy by Yeza Rated: K [Reviews - 6] 20
Summary: Jan gives Pam a task. She must go to Stamford
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jan, Jim/Pam, Josh Porter, Other
Genres: In Stamford, Oneshot, Travel
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 5792 Read Count: 1026 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: January 01, 2023 Updated: January 01, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed
Date: January 03, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I really enjoyed this so much, a really pleasurable read.

Number One Day by Thats what she said Rated: K+ [Reviews - 6] 9
Summary: Jim and Pam talk on the phone after their first 'real' date.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 540 Read Count: 720 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 05, 2023 Updated: February 06, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: February 06, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was so lovely and I loved the ending,

Author's Response: Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.

Pam's Favourite Outfits by MrsKHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 17] 27
Summary: Jim's worn a lot of clothes, but these are Pam's favourites
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 7640 Read Count: 3432 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 09, 2023 Updated: February 09, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: September 05, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: His Scranton University T-shirt

HOW did I not see this?! Jellybean coming atcha!

Author's Response: Ah thank you! Glad you liked it!

My First, My Last, My Everything by MrsKHalpert Rated: M [Reviews - 11] 16
Summary: Jim and Pam have never had a good Valentine's Day, until now
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff, Holiday
Warnings: Adult language, Drug Use/Abuse, Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 10895 Read Count: 1358 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 14, 2023 Updated: February 14, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: February 14, 2023 Title: Chapter 3: My Everything

OMG Lady, how perfect was this?! Absolutely spot on, captured the mood perfectly and this feels like some genuine deleted scenes from S4. Bravo!

Author's Response: Oh wow! Thank you so much!! So glad you liked this one :)

Intrusive Thoughts by AmeliaHalpert Rated: Private [Reviews - 26] 16
Summary: Pam is frustrated, Jim is confused, and the growing belly between them is not helping.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Pregnancy/Babies
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content, Possible Triggers
Series: None
Chapters: 12 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 32540 Read Count: 5160 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 26, 2023 Updated: June 18, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 08, 2023 Title: Chapter 4: Danny's

Honestly, I’ve had 2 kids and I learned some useful stuff reading this chapter! Not only well written but a public education service as well! Nice work!

Author's Response: Hehehe…. My pleasure!! Sharing a wealth of wonderful knowledge in this from lovely midwife friends!

Warm Gloves by Receptionitis15 Rated: T [Reviews - 11] 11
Summary:

She was totally overthinking borrowing gloves. It's just that they were from a friend that she absolutely, definitely, had a secret crush on that she was trying very hard to suppress. 

 

My submission for the Christmas 2022 Challenge.  

 


Categories: Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Jim/Pam, Other
Genres: Holiday
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Series: Holiday Fic Challenge 2022
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2296 Read Count: 1155 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 28, 2023 Updated: March 03, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 02, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Christmas Carols

Oh this is really good, I love Marina and a bit of a revelation about Pam admitting to herself that she has a crush on Jim. Looking forward to more!

Always Her Friend by AmeliaHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 5] 8
Summary: Always felt like I needed a little more after the pepper spray incident.... and, I also saw a lot more unsaid about Roy and Pam.
Categories: Episode Related
Characters: Dwight, Pam
Genres: Angst, Drama, Hurt/Comfort, Inner Monologue
Warnings: Adult language, Other Adult Theme, Possible Triggers, Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 1575 Read Count: 614 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: March 01, 2023 Updated: March 02, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 03, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Alone

There was a lot I liked about this, especially just giving the feeling of unease, you did that very well.

I absolutely loved having Dwight keeping watch over her, that was brilliant.

The only part I disagree with is Michael's reaction when they were alone. For all Michael's faults, I don't think he is that insensitive, especially along with Pam like that, he's actually quite fond of her and if you think about what he knows, the Art Show, etc. that might not be so likely for him to react like that.

That said, overall was a real pleasure to read, and again, welcome to MTT! Looking forward to reading more from you in the future.

Author's Response: ohhhh!  Ok, I was aiming for a far more ‘Michael having an anxiety/trauma response’ of his own…saying the worst possible things because he has no idea what to say…I appreciate the review that I didn’t hit the mark on that ♥a039; gives me a good goal for future!! 😊

The two sides of the bed by Yeza Rated: K [Reviews - 7] 7
Summary: Their first night together. Difficult decision. A short one.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 550 Read Count: 610 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: March 05, 2023 Updated: March 05, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 05, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was lovely :)

Daddy's Birthday by MrsKHalpert Rated: MA [Reviews - 12] 19
Summary: Jim gets the daddy of all birthdays
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff, Married, Oneshot, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 5467 Read Count: 1167 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: March 06, 2023 Updated: March 06, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 06, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Daddy's Birthday

So the first thing I thought about after I had to put my smut-melted iPad back together was how unhygienic of Pam to leave her bra on the floor of a public toilet cubicle. And quite honestly, plenty of other questionably unhygienic activities in a public restroom. That was a lot of fun though.

Author's Response: Hahhaha this made me laugh so much. Oh there’s nothing about this fic that’s hygienic in the slightest. Filthy filthy people 

Any Type of Mom Really by MrsKHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 18] 23
Summary: Jim Halpert really loves moms
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff, Kids/Family
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 4 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1759 Read Count: 1730 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: March 11, 2023 Updated: March 11, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed
Date: March 14, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Soccer Mom

OMG I love this

Author's Response: Oh thank you so much!!

Reviewer: grc73 Signed
Date: March 14, 2023 Title: Chapter 3: NASCAR Mom

Haha this was so good

Author's Response: Thank you so much!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr Duncan Halpert by MrsKHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 14] 18
Summary: The bad boys always play guitars. 
Categories: Alternate Universe, Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 6952 Read Count: 1408 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: March 11, 2023 Updated: June 11, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: June 19, 2023 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

Ha! The 73 bus route is one of my favourites, along with the 240, you should know that one!

Author's Response: I basically lived on the 73 for about 15 years of my life!! I do know the 240 pretty well too!!

Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: March 13, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Access! You’re showing your age, Young Lady! And Denmark Street is awesome, although I’ve only ever browsed.

Author's Response: Hahaha!! Guilty! Denmark Street holds a very special place in my heart!

Objects of Desire by MrsKHalpert Rated: T [Reviews - 15] 18
Summary: It's the way you look at me, the way you hold me, the way you touch me
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Fluff, Holiday
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 497 Read Count: 1383 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: April 01, 2023 Updated: April 01, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: April 02, 2023 Title: Chapter 5: Pam's Paintbrush

Ha ha these are brilliant

Author's Response: Ah thank you so much!

Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: April 02, 2023 Title: Chapter 4: Jim's Grilled Cheese Sandwich Maker

I can never look at our Breville the same way again

Author's Response: Hahahhaha!!

The girl in the elevator by Yeza Rated: M [Reviews - 11] 8
Summary: Jim and Pam meet in an elevator. Little boy-meets-girl story. 
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 15840 Read Count: 1104 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: June 24, 2023 Updated: July 01, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed
Date: June 25, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Great start but I think you need to up the rating to M. Maybe a bit racy for a T for a lot of people out there.

Jim Ryan by MrsKHalpert Rated: MA [Reviews - 6] 15
Summary: Jim Halpert isn't an action hero. Or is he?
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Oscar, Pam
Genres: Humor, Married, Oneshot, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 6682 Read Count: 653 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: July 14, 2023 Updated: July 14, 2023
Reviewer: grc73 Signed 1
Date: July 17, 2023 Title: Chapter 1: Jim Ryan

Awwww, that covered so many bases - sweet, pervy and funny. A tour du force! Bravo!

Author's Response: Haha! Thanks so much! Glad you liked it!