That is… I’m stunned Suede.  That is the *best* thing you could have said.  It’s *exactly* how I try to come up with stories… who is in what headspace, and what would that make them do in some situation, and how would this other person respond based on their headspace, and where does that takes us?  It’s all about getting to different emotional states.  Any plot is just what I have to throw in their way to force them to deal with something.  I wasn’t sure anyone noticed. 

I think that makes me a “gardener” rather than an “architect” for the most part. 

Thanks so much!  As ever, you are incredibly astute.  And I’m pleased you find it satisfying.