Pan Am News

Okay, so I've spent time talking to people and scouring the web for more information. Per ABC's tweet, Pan Am is NOT canceled...yet. They are going to finish the season, which will come to 14 episodes and then, there will be some debate on whether or not they get a second season. I'm sure if there is an increase in ratings, that will help. However, I try not to rely on ratings as in my opinion, they are not entirely accurate. My friend and I were going to start a petition, but I was informed by one of my Twitter-pals that one has already begun. Feel free to give it a look over and please sign and share this link! Petitions for shows have worked in the past. Quantum Leap got an extra two seasons thanks to one. So again, please share! I will be blogging more as I learn more.

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Paris

So, my first crack at some fanfiction. I hope you enjoy!

Everything started with the held hands and the almost kiss they shared in Berlin. Laura thought after shooting him down once, she would prove too hard a target and Ted would stop trying. After all, Ted liked women who were easy to catch…didn’t he? That’s what she was told, and from the way she saw him go after women, it wasn’t too hard to believe.

But there was something different about the way he pursued her. Laura was pretty sure he wouldn’t have given up his prized Rolex for a casual fling. With those big brown eyes, and adorable grin, he wouldn’t have to do something that drastic to woo a woman into bed.

So what made Laura special? She couldn’t help but wonder as she wandered down to the lobby of the hotel, where she was supposed to be meeting Kate for lunch. As seemed to be her current usual, Kate was nowhere to be found. Laura decided to wait a few minutes, to see if her wayward sister would show up. She couldn’t figure out what the deal was with Kate lately. She flaked out with no explanation and was secretive about her every move. It couldn’t be the boyfriend she was head over heels for, no, Laura distinctly remembered Kate saying that things had pretty much ended between them. So what was it?

“Alone in Paris,” a voice behind her sighed, “what a sad sight.”

Laura whipped around to see Ted standing behind her, hands in his pockets, silly grin on his face. Oh yeah, he was up to no good. “Maybe I’m waiting for someone.” She said, unconvincingly, “besides, you don’t seem to be with anyone either at the moment.”

Ted’s grin faded, “touché,” he shrugged, “so what’s your excuse?”

“Stood up,” she rolled her eyes, “you?”

“Awe hell,” Ted said, in mock defeat, “I just couldn’t seem to find anyone willing to go to lunch with me.”

“I find that hard to believe, Mr. Vanderway,” Laura teased.

“Well,” Ted cleared his throat, “since we both seem to be standing around with nothing to do, why don’t we keep each other company?”

“Over lunch?” Laura asked.

“Over lunch.” Ted nodded.

As they walked down the streets of Paris, Laura couldn’t help but smile at Ted’s feigned innocence. He knew that she could see through the act, so why was he putting it on?

“You’re awfully quiet today,” Ted observed, “something on your mind?”

Oh sure, Laura thought, Kate stood me up and I wound up going to lunch with a man who I can’t figure out.  “Just taking in the sights,” she said instead.

“You don’t like me very much,” Ted decided once they had sat down at a little cafe.

“No,” Laura said, “it isn’t that.” She didn’t mean to offend him, “I like you just fine.” It’s just that I can’t seem to read you. She added silently.

“Okay,” he thanked the waiter that had brought them their food, “then what is it? How come you always seem to be avoiding me? Even here. We’re sitting at a tiny table and are in the same tiny air bubble. And yet, you’re a million miles away.”

“So you take my silence as avoidance?” she asked. When he only raised an eyebrow, she sighed. How could she lie to those eyes? “You make me nervous,” she admitted, “I’ve never been good at reading people, and I really can’t read you.”

“Why would you want to read me?” he asked.

“A girl can’t be too careful,” she smiled, the playfulness coming back, “When in the company of a man with a reputation like yours.”

Ted smiled, “and what kind of reputation would that be?”

“We all know how much you enjoy women’s company,” Laura joked.

“Maybe so,” he shrugged, “that doesn’t mean I’m a bad guy.”

“I never said you were,” she said.

“But you want to know why I keep coming after you?” Ted asked. Before Laura could answer, he leaned back in his chair, “if I just wanted a one night stand, do you really think I’d be trying so hard?”

The lighthearted joking stopped and Laura just looked at him, unable to say anything. It wasn’t the answer she’d expected, and she wasn’t sure it was the answer she wanted either.

Ted sat up again, “tell me you don’t feel it.”

“Feel what?” Laura frowned, “the flutters I get in my stomach when you’re close to me? It scares me Ted.”

“Why?” he leaned in closer.

“It’s dangerous,” she whispered, “I can see myself falling for you. It would be so easy. And then what? It would be that much easier for you to hurt me.”

“I could never hurt you Laura,” he said quietly, “I’ve already fallen for you. I just wish I could make you see that.” Before she could protest, Ted slipped a hand behind her neck and pulled her closer to him, finally getting that kiss he had been waiting so long for.

This time, Laura didn’t try to dodge, her heart jumped as his lips touched hers. It was such a quick and unexpected move and she couldn’t help but enjoy it.

It didn’t last long enough for his liking, but Ted knew that a long make out session over a café table would be awkward. Still, for what it was, he enjoyed it, and hoped that Laura did too. From the look on her face, he figured she most likely did. “We should take a walk,” he suggested as he pulled out his wallet and left money on the table.

It wasn’t the most romantic thing to say, Laura decided, but it’s probably a good idea. Though they were seated outdoors, the café had grown increasingly small. An elderly couple seated nearby looked over at Laura and smiled. Of course we had an audience. Laura smiled back, painfully aware that her face was probably turning bright red. She stood and left the café with Ted, wondering where on earth they were going to walk to.

After about ten minutes of walking in silence, Laura realized they were going nowhere in particular. Then her mind started wandering. What if he changed his mind? What if he decided she wasn’t worth the trouble? Maybe he was just pulling her string all along. She glanced at him to see if she could tell what he was thinking, but as usual, it was a mystery to her. His expression gave away nothing, other than the fact that he was thinking.

Strawberries, Ted though, she tasted like those strawberries in her fruit salad. Or maybe she always tastes like strawberries… He looked down at Laura who seemed to be having a silent nervous breakdown. “Are you okay?” He asked.

“Of course,” she lied. I’m always fine when I’m kissed and then met with the silent treatment. “Where are we going?”

“Um…” Ted looked around, “somewhere in Paris?” When Laura laughed, Ted smiled, “there, that’s better. The smile is much more appealing than the panic attack.”

“I’m not having a panic attack,” she stated, “it was just quiet. I wasn’t sure what to make of it.”

“Wasn’t really sure what to say,” He shrugged, “It’s like I’ve waited so long for this moment and now that it’s over-“

“What happens next?” She asked.

“Exactly.”

The conversation again tapered off and they went back to walking in silence. It wasn’t long before they had looped around enough that they wound up back at the hotel. Once in the lobby, they turned to each other, “I’d better get going,” Laura finally said, “the girls and I are going out tonight.”

“Wouldn’t want to keep them waiting,” Ted joked.

“So…” she said.

“So…” He repeated.

“I guess I’ll see you on tomorrow’s flight?” she asked.

Ted nodded. They stood in awkward silence for a few more moments, when Ted finally said, “Have a good night Laura.”

A small wave and a quick turn on her heels and Laura was heading back to the room that she and Maggie were sharing. She still wasn’t sure what to make of the whole afternoon. Ted had admitted to falling for her, and then he kissed her. He kissed her! Did he want to do it again? Was that why he got so quiet? Did he suddenly become shy because he wasn’t sure of what she was thinking? Cubans. She laughed as she unlocked her door, he smelled like Cuban cigars and soap. Whatever kind of soap he uses. For a quick moment, she contemplated skipping out on the girls’ night and tangling herself up with Ted, then realized it probably wasn’t her brightest idea. Maggie would be the first to interrogate her. She opened the door and then leaned back to look down the hall. Ted had just unlocked his door as well. He gave her a quick wave before he disappeared into his room.

Maybe later, Laura thought.

The fate of Pan Am

There are a few conflicting stories going around the web. From what I see they wool be finishing out the season. As soon as I have an official story, I will post it here!

No matter the final fate, this blog will remain open for fanfic and other fan related submissions.

Keeping my eyes open and ears peeled!

We are supposed to find out about renewals sometime this week. I've been looking around google to see if anything has been said, but so far, I can't find anything solid.

When I know, you'll know!

Episode 8: Unscheduled Departure

Original Air Date: 11/13/11


Okay, so how awesome is it that our girls are headed to Venezuela? My brother from another is Venezuelan! Anyway, this episode was a bit different than what we've seen so far. There wasn't as much flashing back and forth in time. Even though I like how they do that, it DOES make it a little bit easier to blog about it!


Wouldn't you know? Ginny made an appearance! But this time, she was slightly less obnoxious. Why? Because it wasn't Ginny the woman, it was Ginny the hurricane! Ted did not miss a beat when it came to teasing Dean.


Laura runs into Chuck, who is taking Sanjeev's spot for this episode. Looks like good old Sanjeev is on vacation! Y'know, I've always wondered if we'll ever learn more about Sanjeev... Anyway, Chuck pretty much starts drooling over Laura...and...what's that? I think maybe we saw a hint of jealousy...does Ted not want competition? He tells Chuck to not even bother, that Laura is waiting for Mr. Right. Haha. Is he trying to be that guy? Still not sure yet, but he definitely is not welcoming competition. 


Let's get to Chuck. Not too sure I like him! I dunno, he was just kinda annoying to me.


Maggie is flirting with someone, surprise, surprise. She's trying to get to a yacht party. Of course! 


Kate meets a wonderful older gentleman named Henry. Henry is a nervous flyer, who is not enjoying the turbulence. Kate sits down to chat with him so he can relax and feel more comfortable. It seems that it worked! Henry has a smile on his face. And who wouldn't? Kate is so sweet and charming. She finds out that his wife was from Venezuela and they'd always wanted to go, but as it tends to do, life got in the way So even though she was gone, it was time he went. His heart is broken, you can tell by the way he talks about her, Henry loved his wife. Kate's smiles turn to fear when Henry suddenly doesn't feel well, and it turns out he is having a heart attack! Kate runs up to the cockpit and lets Dean know that there is an emergency.  With the bad weather and the need to land as soon as possible, Dean goes to Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The landing is rough (the lights on the landing strip pop on at the last possible second!) and I was gritting my teeth. I've been through some landings that felt like that! Sympathy pain?


Our crew is greeted by men...in a jeep...with guns. After Colette speaks to them, they find out there is a doctor in town. After giving the men whatever money they have, Ted and Colette are off into town to find the doctor. After driving towards what they hope is the town, Colette is certain they are lost. They come upon two bodies in the road and a young girl meets hails them. She tells Colette she can lead them to the doctor. The girl takes them to the village, and the doctor refuses to go with them. After pleading with him, the doctor finally gives Colette medicine that could help save Henry. Ted and Colette start the trip back, only Colette has also promised to take the young girl with them!


Back at the plane, Kate is trying to keep Henry in good spirits. She tells him about all the places she's traveled. It isn't long though, before Henry closes his eyes and is gone.Ted and Colette are too late.


Dean has discovered another problem. The remainder of the runway has been destroyed and they aren't going to have enough room to take off. He knows that they are sitting ducks if they stay and letting his passengers become hostages is not an option. A plan is made to get rid of as much weight as possible so they can take off on the short runway. 


Guess who isn't getting onto that yacht? Maggie's current conquest is enraged that he has to leave his things. Well, most of the passengers are, but he's particularly aggravated and has no problem letting the entire crew know that. Then, when the passengers notice the young girl Colette has brought back, they are even more upset. After an argument with Dean, Colette wins out and they take the young girl as a passenger, much to the dismay of everyone. Kate remembers Henry saying that he wanted to be able to help people, so she knew that he would agree to give up his spot for the girl. He is left with the luggage, Kate says something to him before she is called back to the plane. An apology or a thank you is most likely what it was. I was a little on the sleepy side since I stayed up past my bedtime for this!


The luggage is gone and Dean had made sure to burn off as much fuel as he could. They would have to go to Miami due to the fuel loss. Soon, trucks full of rebels show up. Dean knows that if they don't go now, they are going to be hostages. Chuck is very vocal about his disagreement, saying they are not light enough and won't make it. Finally Ted tells him to shut up! Dean is the Captain and what he says goes! It's an edge of your seat take off, but they make it (what looks like barely!) and are on their way to Miami.


In Miami, Kate puts a call in to Richard to get the Haitian girl some help. To keep Colette from getting into trouble, they all say that bringing the girl on board was their idea. Safety in numbers! Dean on the other hand, is getting his ass handed to him. But, he gets to keep his job, thankfully! He also gets a reward for doing the right thing. A kiss from Colette! The fangirl in me squeed. :) I thought this would never happen!


This episode really left me misty eyed. I hope they don't all start turning on the waterworks for me! 

Screencaps :)

So, I've been scouring the internet for screencaps because unfortunately, I am unable to take any with my computer at the moment. I'm hoping to remedy that rather soon! Thankfully, there is an abundance of screencaps on the web.

Let's get started! Every once in awhile a wild screencap will appear! You are free to edit and add text to it as you like, we will post them  here! Have at it! :) You can then send your edited cap (be sure to include your username/name so we can credit you! If you have a blog you would like us to link to, include it as well!) by emailing the admins or by commenting with a link to your uploaded picture.

Enjoy!

Video Online!

If you don't have access to DVR or On Demand, ABC is pretty good about getting the latest episode of Pan Am up the Monday after it airs. Check it out!

Pan Am Episodes

I don't know how long they keep the videos up there, but they are full episodes. It looks as if the first two are gone already. Either way though, it is a great way to catch up!

Episode 7: Truth or Dare (is it just me or did they change that title last minute?)

Original Air Date: November 6, 2011


I apologize for taking so long, it's been quite the week. :( The show seems to skip around a lot, which I enjoy, but it makes it a bit difficult for me to jump from subject to subject and even more difficult for the reader to follow. So, I am going to piece it together as best I can.


What to say about this episode? It dealt with one of the biggest issues of the 60's. Racism. So first of all, we open to see a huge shindig at Maggie's place. Quite the party thrower that girl! We notice a good looking sailor eyeing Laura and it kind of seems as if she knows him. However, she dodges him when he comes to talk to her. Later in the evening, as everything is winding down, Laura realizes that Maggie offered the sailor, Joe, a couch to sleep on. Laura seems a little uneasy about the arrangement, and winds up locking the bedroom door.


As it turns out, Joe was a passenger on their latest flight. He and Laura had seemed to share a connection, and before they landed Joe had tried to kiss her, but she dodged. This could explain the behavior at the party at Maggies...


In the morning, the super comes to Maggie's apartment and scolds Laura for the party and notices Joe walk by...he also notices that he happens to be black. He tells Laura that the man needs to leave. Laura agrees, but instead of just kicking him out, she tells him that she wants to go spend the day with him. The two go into the city where they are approached by some men who don't think too kindly of intermingling so to speak. A fight breaks out, and a panicked Laura brings Joe to Kate's apartment. Kate isn't there for long as she is in a rush to leave. Laura treats Joe's wounds and she apologizes and explains that she dodged him on the plane because she was afraid of what people would think. The two share a kiss and all I can say is, it's probably a good thing Kate wasn't there!


On to Kate! In the last episode, Richard had her gathering information on Niko. I think it's fairly obvious that both are falling head over heels...if they haven't already! The two are in bed when there is a knock on the door. Niko is ready to bolt, but Kate laughs when she realizes that it is only her neighbor at the door. She opens the chain lock and the door is thrown open by a couple agents. They take Niko, despite Kate's protests. An angry Kate confronts Richard the next day, but he tells her she doesn't have to worry about it.


The tune changes when Niko isn't cooperating. Richard brings Kate in to talk to Niko, who is hurt and questioning whether Kate really cares for him or if she only got close to him to bring him in. The two talk and Kate finds out that what the government wants Niko to do is basically a death sentence to him. It turns out their conversations had been recorded, unknown to Kate, but Niko doesn't believe her. (Can you blame him?)


We don't see Niko again until Kate is about to leave for her next flight. He is accompanied by a couple men, but seems to be okay. He explains to Kate that he is going back to Yugoslavia as a double agent. The two keep their distance, but it is clear, they are saying goodbye...at least for now. Kate is on the verge of tears as he explains how he'll miss his American girlfriend, but he is "walking like a man". Once on the plane, Kate "smiles through it" as she greets their new set of passengers.


So what else? On the flight, the plane was full of sailors, on their way home. In true service-man fashion, it was a rowdy bunch. There were some WTF and some AWE moments to be had. The girls were seen kicking back before the flight and playing a round of truth or dare. Laura admits to taking nude photos with the Life magazine photographer. Kate is seen to disapprove. (And I agree with her!) The girls talk about flying the plane and Laura mentions that Dean seems to be quite fond of Colette and perhaps she could get away with it.  We later see Dean let Colette give it a shot! It was such a cute moment, I almost thought he was going to kiss her. I really want to see more of this pairing! I'm glad that Ginny did not make an appearance.


And what of Ginny and Dean? We know that Maggie undoubtedly spilled the beans, but nothing seems to have been done. Like I said though, I'm glad that Ginny didn't make an appearance. She's extremely obnoxious and how anyone with common sense could be attracted to her is beyond me.


I was a little disappointed that Laura was off with Joe. Not that Joe is a bad guy, but I REALLY wanted them to stick to the Laura/Ted story. However, the message that was being sent with Laura/Joe was one that we still seem to need today.


I honestly can't wait for the next installment! It's getting pretty rough waiting a whole week!

Episode 7

Episode 7's recap will probably show up tomorrow as I have not been able to do much of anything today. Sorry about the delay!

You may have heard...

ABC is bringing in five new episodes of Pan Am! While the show does not have a full season yet, this is still a great thing!