"Twisted little affection" is, I think, exactly what you're supposed to feel about SWC =)

Your use of metaphor is totally fitting. (Er, no pun intended.) Seamus has kept himself together pretty much by sheer force of will. It works as a cheap fix, but it falls apart easily. Now he's trying to put a little finesse in it, to make something with quality that will last.

George has been so much fun. As have the parents - they've gotten wiser and more mellowed, especially in Stephen's case, but are no less entertaining for it.

sdfisdf conflicting emotions!

SUCCESS!

Thanks for the feedback, and glad to have you on board!