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Oooh this is gonna be good!!! I love this AU! Can’t wait to see how involved Roy and Pam are, but hopefully not too much, because Jam has definitely made a connection!! I hope that Pam looks him up on social and makes plans to show him her non-virtual art. I loved that great caption she’s posting with the Jim sketch too… so excited to read more and see where this is heading— I’m loving this start so far!! Great job and thanks for sharing your talent!!

Author's Response: Thank you! It's a lot of fun playing with how far along a storyline each character is here, and especially being in the modern day there's a lot that comes into play with this! 

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Oh goodness--was that a birthday present for Pam or Jim when he stayed up all night to see his birthday in "in style"?? Anyways, I love the cover to bring Pam home for Jim' birthday! Very sweet! And I do love her idea to bring in the balloons, though the image I have--which I know is not correct--if of the balloons Dwight blew up a quarter of the way in colors to match the carpet of the break room!

But what a sweet gift from Pam! Such a creative thing to do without much cash--and yes, absolutely Jim gives her laughter every day. I love the juxtaposition back to the first chapter about Bill's funny tie annoying Helene but Pam realizing that she and Jim share that humor as a gift. Just another reminder of how they were just absolutely meant to be--and WILL have many more years of making each other laugh.

That conversation between Jim and Pam about how the pranks were always for her was just the sweetest. Those times in canon are just some of the hardest to watch and you absolutely captured that angst from both of them, and it broke my heart a little bit--but per usual, Jim brings it back to a more upbeat tempo and that they're together now--but I love this idea that the pranks were always for her, to spend time with her, to let her know what they could have together. No question those times were always going through her mind when she was making difficult decisions about Roy.

I LOVE her idea about the gift envelopes, and Jim's very serious consideration about choosing the right envelope. This is 100% something that Pam can do with very little cash and means more to Jim than any monetary gift can buy anyways! And what's better than some good office bullpen fun? I'm a little shocked that everyone agreed to play along for a coffee and donut, but I do know that food does seem to sell people, so I'll buy it!

What will Jim and Pam do with the rest of their day now that Dwight has escaped and also, completed the task of not letting Michael fall in love with him?? I love that you did the three envelopes for your husband's birthday--but I can't BELIEVE you let him see all the choices and repick! You're very kind--I think I'd be much stricter about this! Such a sweet and funny chapter--I love that Pam has a whole book to fill with her funny times with Jim. You know that will be a family heirloom to treasure! So good as always!

Author's Response: I never feel like I can do a response to your reviews justice. Just thank you, thank you, thank you!

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This is just a perfect 55 word challenge because I have SO MANY QUESTIONS about this sweet little scene! I mean, I just adore even the slightest idea the writers gave us about apple picking day, and this just amped it up! How did it get better? Why was the day so perfect? And you just captured the perfect autumn day at an apple orchard in less than a paragraph too. An apple tasting Jam kiss in fall? Swoon. AND it gets better? Sold. I just love this little interaction more every time I read it. So good... but I expect nothing less from you friend! Thank you for always sharing such sweet Jammy goodness! It's never enough but always so appreciated!

Author's Response: I love so much that your review is longer than this fic hahaha!! Thank you so much as ever!

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Where is this beautiful bucket list from? I love it! And I love the premise of this story. It is exactly what I needed. My holiday has switched from a little less tradition and sparse extended family in different places and it hasn't been my favorite for a couple years now--but I love how Pam is helping reframe my mind about this as she decides to make new traditions even though her holidays aren't exactly as she wants them to be either. I love her hopeful mindset of not wallowing in sorrow despite still not being with Jim too. And of course, maybe, just maybe Jim will be able to do some of this bucket list with her? Here's hoping! Happy Holidays Friend! Thanks for always taking time this INSANE time of year to help us celebrate with Jam! You're the best!

Author's Response:

It's from Instagram! Where else!! As soon as I saw it I said 'oh no' to myself as I could already feel the fic writing itself.

You can definitely make your own traditions like Pam, and hopefully have a lot of fun doing it too. Hopefully this fic will help a little with that

I'm sure Jim will make an appearance or two with the bucket list, we'll have to see!

Thanks as ever for your wonderful review <3 

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Ooh. Pam’s a little chilly in this one, even with the minimal words of telegram. However, she did start the telegrams so…. Always finding that hope for Jim!!! What if she would have gone to the card party? Woulda been a good Valentine’s Day, Pam!! Ugh. Why did it take so long for them to get together??? This is a darling idea, btw!

Author's Response:

I think she definitely had hope, but also knew she couldn't do much with it!

And thank you! 

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I had to read this one several times. I’m trying to think about where they were in season 4… did we really not have a Valentines Day? OHHHH I think I get it now!!! Jim is pranking PAM!!!! And she responds by putting his prized jersey for sale!!!!! Got it. Well done you! No troubles in paradise… he’s not really looking for a blonde.. great callback to when Jim is asked if he prefers brunettes or redheads. Clever, clever, clever! Making me think!!! Love this now that I get it!!!

Author's Response: Season 4, they were together but there was the hiatus. But yes, you got it there with the prank and her response. Just a little fun from the two of them

Was this in pen clicks or blinks?? I love the little mistakes they’re making too. And I’m sure your Morse code is excellent and correct— I didn’t check! Did they have this exchange at work? Did Dwight just lose his mind??? You’re so damn creative!! In awe!

Author's Response:

Ah thank you!

And I like to think this was just at home, them practising!  

My hot take is that Jim DEF knew he was posting publicly. And can you see Cathy FB stalking and seeing that message??? Best part of this miles apart Valentines Day. Although, I think after the baby puke update, Jim should quickly fly home and make good on his FB wall promise— and maybe cuddle with his littlest Valentines as well!

Author's Response: I think so too!

Okay, first of all, Wade?? Always annoys me and is interrupting Jam. Secondly, love the family craziness… so appropriate of where Jam is in their life. And Jim being charmed by Cece… she’s def a daddy’s girl and she knows it! Again, I def think Jim should come home and surprise Pam! Wade can babysit. He at least owes them that much. And I owe you tons for this sweet little Valentines treat!!! Hope your day was as lovely and sweet as this! You’re the best!

Author's Response: Ah thank you! And you're the best too!!

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“Sure she had no prince, but she was slowly working on it.” The foreshadowing!!! I LOVE THIS AU! It’s so fun! So sexy! So different! I love Pam’s outfit choice and can’t wait to see what she ends up wearing! I’m so intrigued by why she’s being so secretive about this venture from her family.

I love the little details, like her making absolutely sure her hotel door is locked before taking some sexy selfies to send Jim, who sounds absolutely like someone special even in his profile details and texts to Pam.

I can’t wait to see where this is going! I hope both of them abandon any plans for casual hookups once they meet and fall madly in love— after a lust filled night of course!! Bold Pam is my fave and pleeeeeease let New York Jim have a beard?!?!

Hope their ideal Sundays end up aligning— I totally think they can bike to the park and then chill while Pam sketches. More soon please!!!!!!! Love this!!

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Oh. My. God. I love this SO MUCH!!!! First of all, I’m very glad Jim found a better attitude about being the secretary. When you gave me the (in person! Love love love!!) sneak peek, he was grumbling about having to be the secretary— and yet, he did a fantastic job, don’t you think?!

I’m sad for Pam that her gift is only $15. Surgery she could get a larger sum from Michael, couldn’t she? Where does Jim think she’s going to take him to dinner with her grand $15 anyway?

I have to say, we have talked about the Jack Ryan season 2 tight suits and Jim’s too tight, gaping buttonhole tight pants look is not what I was envisioning— but I like it A LOT. I was thinking he looked comical— like too short sleeves— but this is decidedly better. And probably wise that Jim allowed Pam to destroy the top. Dunder Mifflin just does not seem like a safe place for Jim to wear a modern, slim fit suit. I mean, I’d love that, and Pam would love that, and you too— but for all involved, probably best for him that he doesn’t bring that attention to himself.

I loved that Pam simply waited him out patiently in the office.. and that she too came to play in her own sexy little outfit. For a split second I had a glimpse of Jan, but just a split second— Pam did this in a sexy way, and not a creepy Jan way.

I loved the reverse roles of Pam in confident control of their role play— especially calming Jim down when he mentions Michael. You always do the best job of keeping that sweet edge to the uber chemistry we all know is Jam— just a touch of reality and normality and comedy, which is why we adore them and why your stories are always so believable and could be the X rated version of canon.

The double entendres in their dialogue is great, and I too would recommend Jim putting his special skills on his resume, lol. And I know Jam is eternally grateful to you for allowing them both to finish before the desk collapsed. Ever the ortho RN here, I’m glad they weren’t hurt— could have been some awkward injury explanations at the ER no question! Glad they have a little cash though to put towards the replacement desk. Good use of that gift as far as I’m concerned!!

While I’m so glad you’ll be getting back to Duncan and HD, I’m going to miss the holiday one shots!! They’ve been delightful— and I’m hopeful (and begging) that maybe you find some secondary holidays to celebrate every once in awhile??!! Thank you so much friend for always sharing your sweet take on Jam. Always my favorite!! You’re the best!!!

Author's Response:

Well thank you for this hugeeeeee review!!

I think you need to go watch Jack Ryan S2 again because that suit was TIGHT

Thanks so much for your kind words and so happy you liked it!