2. “Soulmates” - Stress Relief, 5x13

(Top 20 Jim and Pam Moments)

After a conversation with Jim, Pam’s dad decides to pursue a separation from her mom. In this scene, Jim asks Pam if it’s his fault. When she replies yes, he looks mortified. She continues to repeat what her dad had told her Jim had said. It was the most beautiful, loving speech ever. Pam then says, “When you’re a kid, you assume your parents are soulmates. My kids are going to be right about that.”

This is probably one of my all time favourite scenes of anything ever. When my friend was trying to guess what would be number one, she suggested this one, knowing how much I just love it. It’s the way Pam still seems overwhelmed by Jim’s love for her. As anyone would be if they were loved that much. It’s the way Jim never goes very long without finding another way to show her how much he adores her. And it’s way she’s so right about her talking head.

I also think the hug that Jim and Pam share in this scene is the best ever. They are both emotional and it all seems to highlight Pam’s realisation that she will always have Jim, no matter what she is going through. I mean, look at that face - who couldn’t be comforted by a bit of Jim Halpert love?! 

Superb acting and writing throughout this scene and it’s within one of the best episodes of season 5. I love it.