Penname: cheapcolouredlights Real name: kate
Member Since: July 12, 2006

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Summary: Jim, Pam, and Roy come to some realizations and start to admit things that they've managed to ignore for a while. Takes place right after the Booze Cruise episode.
Categories: Episode Related, Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Ensemble, Jim/Pam, Katy, Roy
Genres: Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 8061 Read Count: 2186 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: July 15, 2006 Updated: July 15, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 10
Date: July 15, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This is really good! I can't wait for an update. Great insights into all the characters.

Author's Response: Thank you very much!

Snow Day by nomadshan Rated: M [Reviews - 31] 37
Summary: Jim and Pam. A blizzard. Melted chocolate. Should I keep going?
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Challenges: Stranded, Snowy Times
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2332 Read Count: 4943 ePub Downloads: 2
[Report This] Published: July 18, 2006 Updated: July 18, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: July 18, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Wow. That was... amazing.

I have no words. O_O.

Just awesome.

Author's Response: Thanks :)

Summary: A conversation between two people on their way to becoming "more than that".
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Steamy
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1303 Read Count: 4228 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: July 18, 2006 Updated: July 18, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 7
Date: July 18, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Wow, this is so natural and true to life. Its a brave sort of turn to take because I don't think many other authors have ever written a Jam convo like this. Good job! I want to read more of this.

Author's Response: Thank you :)

Valentines by unfold Rated: T [Reviews - 20] 17
Summary: Jim/Kelly. Sort of. Post Valentine's Day. Kelly's the only one who shows up.
Categories: Other, Episode Related
Characters: Jim, Kelly
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 902 Read Count: 1432 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: July 24, 2006 Updated: July 24, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: July 24, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Um. Wow.

So unique and incredible and insightful.

*rereads*

Summary: John Madden Football at 2 a.m. Post-"Casino Night".
Categories: Other, Episode Related
Characters: Jim, Jim/Other
Genres: Angst, Slash
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1754 Read Count: 2517 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: July 24, 2006 Updated: July 24, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 10
Date: July 25, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Amazing.

Summary: Past Featured Story“Respect? Respect? I know what respect is. Do you want me to spell it out for you? R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Okay, find out what it means to me—”
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Ensemble, Jim/Pam
Genres: Humor, Romance, Workdays
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 6 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 10919 Read Count: 18912 ePub Downloads: 7
[Report This] Published: July 28, 2006 Updated: August 16, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: July 31, 2006 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

The characterizations here are sooo good. Please update soon!

Author's Response: Thanks ;)

Summary: Our little Jim is back from Australia, he's drunk and if he doesn't remeber a thing the next day, someone does...
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Humor
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1944 Read Count: 1419 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: August 01, 2006 Updated: August 01, 2006
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Date: August 02, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Misery

Impressive start, I hope you keep going with this.

Author's Response: I hope so too, but with Jim being so cute, I don't see how I could stop ;)

Summary:

Pam didn't marry Roy but for a while there we weren't quite sure.

 


Categories: Future, Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam, Roy
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 993 Read Count: 3622 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 11, 2006 Updated: September 19, 2006
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Date: September 19, 2006 Title: Chapter 2: Jim and Pam

I'm in love with #4. Just LOVE.

Author's Response: Hee!  Thanks!  I'm kinda fond of that one myself.

Summary:

What happened before and after the little scene in Jim's bedroom in "E-Mail Surveillance"?


Categories: Present, Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1225 Read Count: 2737 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 12, 2006 Updated: September 12, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 12, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

What a great moment. Yeah, we never saw what else they talked about in his room... hmm..

Anyway it was very true to character and real to what the stage of their relationship was at that point, just like something we would actually see.

Summary: There's a tampon machine and instead of florid pink soap in a dispenser screwed to the wall, there's a hand-pump dispenser next to the sink filled with Honey & Milk Cream Hand Wash.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1473 Read Count: 2571 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 13, 2006 Updated: September 13, 2006
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Date: September 13, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Five Places

Jim, baby! Come back to Toronto, I'll show you a good time!

Ahem. Great job, your language and descriptions are amazing. I love this meme.



Author's Response: Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it. If only Jim *would* come to Canada... sigh. Wishful thinking on my part.

First Date by unfold Rated: K+ [Reviews - 24] 25
Summary: Past Featured StoryInspired by a certain deleted scene from the Client.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1320 Read Count: 4407 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: September 13, 2006 Updated: September 13, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 13, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Wow. So good. Really captures the innocence of Jim's crush when it first started, before all the complications and endless heartbreak.

Love this line:

"She laughs and when I get home tonight, I’ll stand in front of my stereo for five minutes and briefly consider never listening to music again, because this sound right now is everything."

That's just what its like, in that initial stage of falling in love... everything else just pales in comparison, doesn't it?

Very well done! :D

Infinity by nqllisi Rated: K+ [Reviews - 26] 21
Summary: Past Featured StoryIn the eternity between The Kiss and what comes next lay infinite possibilities.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 354 Read Count: 2109 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 18, 2006 Updated: September 18, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 18, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Aw. What a cool idea. Its really been a crazy summer. Whatever happens, I'm sure it'll have been done already in a fic. Hee.

Author's Response: Yeah, I think that's very likely- although they certainly seemed to surprise everybody with the finale, so... Anyway, thanks!

Summary: Jim needs a ride; he's feeling drunk and honest.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Jim, Pam
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1826 Read Count: 3099 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 20, 2006 Updated: September 20, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 20, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Awesome. You didn't force the moment to be anything more than it had to be. It was just sweet and believable and perfect. Somehow, I think fics like these are going to change (for good or bad) after tonights premiere, but... I'm so glad to get some of these in before that happens!

Great job!



Author's Response: So glad you liked it! And yes, I posted this when I did even though I was still unsure of it because I was worried that after the premiere something would have changed to make this feel not quite right anymore. We'll see!

Summary:

I had to write this based on what I was convinced was really happening/would happen on last night's episode.  In the light of day, it's probably off base, but....

Oh, and obviously, parts of this are spoiler-ish from last night's episode.


Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1478 Read Count: 3041 ePub Downloads: 2
[Report This] Published: September 22, 2006 Updated: September 22, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 22, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

HA! I loved it. Oh, if only. *sigh*

Meet the In-Laws by Par5 Rated: K+ [Reviews - 38] 31
Summary: Past Featured StoryThe Halpert's daughter is in love. But who is this boy she brought home? Is he good enough for Jim's little girl? Hijinks ensue...
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: Angela, Dwight, Jim/Pam
Genres: Humor, Married
Warnings: Adult language
Challenges: Star-Crossed Lovers
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 6246 Read Count: 7450 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: September 26, 2006 Updated: September 29, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 27, 2006 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

Haha, really good job! This was definately a unique piece, and you handled it with great humour and orginality. Really great!

One thing though, I don't get why Rob came out of his family so entirely normal. With Dwangela as parents you'd think he'd be scarred somehow, eh? But I guess some kids are miraculously able to make it through! Good for him.



Author's Response: Hee! Well, sometimes these things skip a generation. Or maybe "normal" is a recessive gene in both Dwight and Angela and Rob just got lucky? He is an actor so maybe he's just good at acting sane! Or maybe the magic of the Halpert love from Elizabeth eased his pain?!

Summary: Just like everything else in Jim's life, it all evens out in the end.
Categories: Other, Present, Episode Related
Characters: Jim
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 340 Read Count: 2943 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 26, 2006 Updated: September 26, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 9
Date: September 27, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: 10 Things Jim Hates About Stamford

9 was like a punch in the stomach. 10 made me get all defensive and posessive. I'm like a jealous girlfriend or something when it comes to my Jam. Grrr.

Great work!

Okay by Colette Rated: M [Reviews - 34] 33
Summary: Past Featured StoryInspired by the premiere’s melancholy whiff o’Jam. Except with a happy ending, because…I felt like it. Contains a possible SPOILER – nothing you wouldn’t know unless you’ve avoided even those tiny tidbits in the mass media. Just saying, to be fair.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Future, Alternate Universe
Characters: None
Genres: Angst
Warnings: Adult language, Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3082 Read Count: 6465 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: September 29, 2006 Updated: September 29, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: September 29, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

So many people have said it, but this really just sums it up: Beautiful.

Off to reread.



Author's Response: Thanks for saying it again - it never gets old to hear! And so happy that you want to re-read!

Not Too Late by McGigi Rated: K [Reviews - 9] 10
Summary: Pam might be pregnant, causing her to reevaluate her plans for the future.
Categories: Other, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam, Pam/Roy
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 933 Read Count: 1933 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: October 01, 2006 Updated: October 01, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: October 01, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Not Too Late

Wow, very interesting. I liked it. 

Author's Response: Thanks! I liked writing it!

Vignettes by Colette Rated: M [Reviews - 75] 80
Summary: Past Featured StoryJust a collection of confections from a parallel universe where all the Herr’s potato chips in Montreal can’t keep Pam and Jim apart. I hope it’s as therapeutic to read, as it was to write. A bit saucy.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Future
Characters: None
Genres: Fluff, Romance, Steamy, Weekend, Workdays
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 6924 Read Count: 18493 ePub Downloads: 4
[Report This] Published: October 14, 2006 Updated: October 18, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: October 17, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Liz

*SIGH*

These are sooo good and sweet and comfy. You can really feel the little world Jim and Pam have created for themselves. And this is just what they'd be like, during that honeymoon period of the relationship where you can't get enough of each other and you're so in love.

Another thing that I really like is your Jim, you've really nailed him (TWSS!!!) He's not too perfect or over dramatic/emotional-- he's a really sweet guy, yes, but for some reason he just feels REAL in your story. Which I love. 

Just perfect!!!! <3



Author's Response: Why, thanks! It's just so easy for me to imagine them like that - during the honeymoon, as you say. And, how could I make him not sweet? I'm really glad you think it feels real - and that Jim is believable...that's the best you can hope for with these little slice o' life pieces.  Thanks again for this!

Summary: Jim's dream is better than his reality.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Andy, Jim/Pam, Josh Porter
Genres: Dream/Fantasy
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 808 Read Count: 1643 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: October 14, 2006 Updated: October 14, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: October 14, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was so good, because you really conveyed the feeling of a dream well-- mismatched and a bit strange and with some familiar elements.

And-- "Please don't marry him." For some reason, the perfect thing for him to say.



Author's Response: Wow, thank you!  I really appreciate it:)

Summary: Past Featured StoryAn unexpected conversation with Karen gives Jim some perspective.  Based on unspoiled speculation for season 3.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam, Karen
Genres: Workdays
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 980 Read Count: 4883 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: October 21, 2006 Updated: October 21, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: October 22, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Karen's critiques sound like the UO thread at TWOP, especially Pam's. And I love you, and Jim, for sticking up for them. Hee.

Anyway, this was great. I can actually really see this happening on the show! :)



Author's Response: Yeah, I might have been lurking on that thread a bit. :) I don't think Karen will actually turn into such a shrew, but it was fun to write her this way! Thank you!

Summary:

Is it a homage, is it a tribute or is it just that I am not very good at thinking up original plots?  Whatever, this story is 'inspired' by Jane Austen's Persuasion and is meant to have a similar mix of melancholy and hope.  Set after the rumoured merger of the branches (spoilers up to Grief Counselling), Michael organises a bonding exercise adventure and Pam has to deal with seeing Jim again - and with his attentions to Karen.  But if you've read Persuasion, you might guess that someone is heading for a fall ...


Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: None
Genres: Humor, Parody, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 3377 Read Count: 2507 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: October 23, 2006 Updated: November 01, 2006
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 9
Date: October 23, 2006 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I love it! I'm so intrigued by this style, very original and you really picked up Austen's flair in a unique way. Seriously loving this, great job!

Author's Response:

Gosh, that was quick, you people don't hang about!  Thanks so much for your comments.

Summary: Post-'Negotiation', spoilers through it. Jim's fed up, Pam's a little pathetic. Jim POV.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: Explicit sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 4330 Read Count: 12158 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: April 10, 2007 Updated: April 16, 2007
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed 10
Date: April 17, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: You Say Love Is a Hell You Cannot Bear

This? Is AMAZING. It's rare to see characterization so spot on, but you've done it. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE update again soon!

Summary: Past Featured Story

Anywhere But Here cover

Role Reversal Challenge: It's May 2006. Jim's wedding is approaching and a lovelorn Pam can't take much more. Starts during Casino Night (or an AU version of it).


Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim, Jim/Pam, Pam
Genres: Angst, Humor, Romance, Travel, Workdays
Warnings: Adult language
Challenges: Role Reversal
Series: None
Chapters: 20 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 44755 Read Count: 80771 ePub Downloads: 23
[Report This] Published: April 15, 2007 Updated: February 27, 2018
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: July 28, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: I've always wanted to see Canada

This is like, really REALLY good. I like how you're not just taking the template the show gave and doing an easy switch. You actually created new situations, drama, characters, etc. Just really good! I can't wait for more.

Author's Response: Thanks, I'm always worried this will start looking too much like a simple switch of Jim and Pam's situations, but comments like this reassure it's not so that's good :)

Summary:

My Mom wants Jim and Pam together right now. If you are Pro-Karen, DO NOT READ! Mom’s so JAMMY she’s suggested they have hot sex on Karen’s casket…

There may be spoilers. My Mom knows all, sees all.

 


Categories: Jim and Pam, Future, Alternate Universe
Characters: Dwight, Karen
Genres: Humor, Oneshot
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content, Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1772 Read Count: 4203 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: April 19, 2007 Updated: April 19, 2007
Reviewer: cheapcolouredlights Signed
Date: April 19, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Poor Karen, we knew you so little....

Hm. Maybe it's the feminist in me, but I'm not digging the 'violence against women' humour here.

Author's Response: I totally understand. That's one reason I'm really glad that MTT has a violence rating so that people who don't like that kind of thing can totally avoid it. I've also got a 'violence against men' piece that I'm working on if that's more your cup of tea.