Pam woke up on the Saturday morning at her mom's house not really remembering at first what had happened the night before as her hangover was really causing her severe headaches and her mind was still in a fog. She pushed out the night from her mind until Monday morning while she did her usual breakfast routine making coffee and having eggs and bacon with her mom.

"Pam how was yesterday at Chilli's?" her mom asked putting down her coffee cup as Pam stirred the eggs

"Oh, it was good" Pam said trying not to reveal her true mood and to reassure her mom she added "It was nice to see everyone again, it's funny the more things change the more they stay the same" she smiled and laughed as some memories were coming back such as the Michael Scarn thing. Her and Jim would have a good laugh about that

"I am guessing that quote has something to do with your boss Michael? You always had funny stories to tell about that man. How was Jim?" she asked.

Why did her mom have to have such good memory? She decided to answer the question truthfully and honestly "He is good, has a new girlfriend named Karen who kind is really and smart. I am happy for him" she smiled on the outside but on the inside her heart ached at what could have been.

"Look Pam I know how much you liked Jim even if you were engaged to Roy. The way your face lit up at the mention of his name and just how happy he made you. Roy had none of that at least that I saw. Things happen for a reason Pam and you should never lose hope. Heck he said he loved you although it was a while ago I bet he still deep down has a spot in his heart for you. I think you and Jim are meant to be together via fate or destiny. Honey you may have been a little drunk last Friday night and told me about your true feelings for Jim." She said while giving Pam a hug and kissing her in a motherly way on the cheek. Her mom truly was the best motivator and listener. Who had an amazing memory too.

"Thanks mom, I appreciate it. I know that for now the best thing is to let Jim and Karen have a relationship and for me to stay friends with Jim but not get too close. I guess this is what it felt when me and Roy were together" she said blushing as she was embarrassed about what had happened last night. Her mom was understanding at least but she felt silly for pouring her heart out. Things happen she thought, and her mom was supportive. So, she left it at that.

As she left the house and started driving off to work she started remembering more and more as the coffee kicked in and did its caffeinated magic. She knew she was going to get some flack for what happened it was definitely her most memorable Dundee awards. She had her head down as she sat down at her desk

"Hey Beesly, how's it going?" Jim said with the goofiest grin on his face, she was prepared for a dress down.

"It's good Jim, nice weather we had on the weekend nice and sunny" she said timidly trying to avoid the subject.

"Hey Pam, do you feel God in this Office today?" Kevin said with a laugh teasing Pam as he walked by reception causing Pam to give him a glare, but she knew Kevin was only kidding. This caused Jim to laugh

"Kevin, don't speak like that" Angela could be heard from the corner sighing at her disappointment. Dwight was also seen shaking his heading in agreement with Angela.

"Welcome Back Pam. I think we met before, but my name is Holly Flax. Dunder Mifflin Scranton's newest and most improved HR manager" Holly said in a hyperactive tone.

"Hi nice to meet you, I am guessing I have some forms to sign"

"Yes, you do but I put rainbow and heart stickers on them to make them more exciting, at least as exciting as exciting as paper forms can be. Plus, additional bonus it gets Michael to sign them quicker. Score!" Holly whooped pumping her fist in the air in a dance like motion. "Follow me back to HR land, where the forms are endless, and the fun never stops"

"I guess I will see you at lunch" Jim said as he walked back to his desk. Karen occupied Dwight's seat and Dwight was in Michaels office as Michael was out for the day and as assistant to the regional manager he claimed it was his responsible for running all daily operations while the head honcho was gone on an "important business arrangement."

As Pam entered into the lunch room she sat down with Jim, Karen and Oscar.

"Hey Pam, glad to see your okay, heard about the forms you had to sign, how was it in Holly's HR paradise?" Oscar teased "I guess I can't say too much accountings not that glamorous either"

"It was good, Holly's really nice and it was actually more fun with the forms having stickers on them, maybe it was some sort of reverse psychology or something?" she added with curiosity "What happened with Toby?"

"Oh, well that's quite the story, Michael and Toby have never gotten along as I am sure you're well aware. What ended up happening was that one-day Michael locked Toby in the washroom barricading the doors shut. This happened for the entire day as punishment because Toby was going to tell corporate about Michael and Jan Leviston Gould former northeast market manager. Well once the day was over Toby snapped and quit on the spot. Surprisingly he has never sued for workplace harassment for what Michael had put him through all those years, but he probably just removed it from his thoughts and moved on with his life. Rumor has it that Michael wanted Holly in so he was worse to Toby to get him to quit. He probably did not want to deal with all the paperwork either and he didn't want to hurt Michael. Seems like that type of guy, word has it that he is currently in Los Angeles running a surfing school" Karen said laughing at the last part. Karen wanted to become friendlier with Pam as they had not gotten off to the best start on the Friday night

"Well Karen it is not a word or rumor on the street, it is true and here is proof" Jim said pulling up his phone with a Facebook photo of a suntanned Toby on the California beach with some surfers, with a Flenderson surfing school t-shirt on.

"That's really good for him, he deserves to have some happiness after dealing with Michael who never gave him a chance." Pam said sincerely. She always had a soft spot for Toby, it was probably because he was a really sweet and caring person. Michael just didn't like him because he was well…Toby

"What happened then with Michael, Jan and Holly?" Pam asked excited to learn more about how Dunder Mifflin Scranton had changed from only two years ago

"Well that is another interesting story. Michael and Jan had been having an on and off again relationship since our branch hosted a casino night that involved a little too much alcohol a couple years ago. Not surprising considering there was a limitless expense account and Hooters catering curtesy of the one and only Michael Scott. There was a new CFO David Wallace and Jan was worried about the implications of her job. Plus, Toby was going to expose them because you knew how serious Toby took his job… A little too much. Anyway, Jan called it off, but Michael was not going to give up eventually going as so far as to drive to NYC and walk into corporate with a valentine's day surprise for Jan. He got foiled by security though as Dwight tattled on Michael because Jan promised Dwight a promotion to assistant regional manager from assistant to the regional manager. Anyway, Toby left, and Jan officially ended it with Michael. Holly became the new HR manager. Michael and Holly really hit it off at a Christmas party a year ago and have been dating ever since. Michael and Holly make more sense to me then Michael and Jan because…" Oscar said in bewilderment retelling the story animating his face to show how wacky Dunder Mifflin Scranton could be. He struggled to find the word to describe the couple.

"I would say quirky; Michael and Holly are both pretty quirky. They seemed made for each other. Very compatible." Ryan chimed in from the end of the lunch room with Kelly agreeing. Ryan had recently completed a degree in accounting and was now in accounting "See us accountants can read each others' minds. Also, if you can't tell Pam me and Kelly are dating."

This caused Kelly to squeal in delight "He made it official we are a thing!" she hugged Ryan and kissed him on the cheek causing Ryan to blush and look away from the others in the group. "Kelly stop" Ryan laughed.

"What happened with you and Roy anyway?" Ryan asked desperate to change the subject, he always hated attention preferring to stay in the background aka the shadows. This caused Jim to mouth "too soon" to Ryan as Pam was looking the other way. He was still defensive of Pam

This caught Pam off guard, but she was happy to get it off her chest and avoid possible rumors. "Oh, um me and Roy broke up. Our relationship had been deteriorating as it should have been since there had been no growth since high school with no marriage. Roy had gotten bored with me and cheated on me one too many times. The final straw came when he cheated with my best, I should say ex-best friend in Ohio Linda. I left and drove back to Scranton the next day which was Thursday. I went to his house and we ended it amicably and told the truths that had to be told. We had a son actually his name is Thomas" showing a picture which caused everyone to awe in amazement "cutest baby ever!" Kelly said.

"Roy said that I can have custody of Thomas but wanted to visit him over the school holidays which I agreed to. All that we have left to do is get a lawyer to draw up an agreement. It's nice to be on my own as an independent woman. Fortunately, I am staying at my mom's place who is super supportive. Going to go to some art classes at night too. Finally going to chase my dreams" Pam looked and smiled at Jim when she said that statement remembering it was him who encouraged her to chase her dreams over Roy's objections.

"Good for you Pam, I always wished I went to college and took finance all those years ago, but I settled for this job to stay in Scranton for my kids. Yes I was a teen mom. Proud to be one too. My kids mean everything but you only got one and Roy seems more supportive this time around. You go girl!" Meredith said patting Pam on the shoulder

As the lunch hour ended Pam felt her spirts rising. It was nice to see her old co-workers again and catch up on what had happened. She was amazed at the changes that had taken place. Karen had been becoming her favourite "girl" friend in the office with her witty sense of humor and relatability, Jim was still her best friend. Sorry Phyllis she thought but Karen was better. The rest of the day had gone great with Michael doing cartwheels in the office to welcome her back with Holly rapping in the background dancing to the music, it was nice to have a family again. Her office family. The only thing that remained was the elephant in the room

Her and Jim's status… They had avoided it and it needed to be addressed