Thanks for the comments and feedback everyone - I'm very glad I finally joined EB!
Thanks for blogging my creation and for your compliments - I appreciate it!
I think you and MstrofPPPts make a good point about the color; I also felt that something was a little off, and I think your comment about the colors distracting from the main scene is spot on.
No worries MstrOfPppts - I appreciate the feedback, and didn't feel harshly criticized.
Unfortunately, I disassembled my moc shortly after taking the photos due to lack of space in the LEGO room . Now I know to keep my next build together longer so that I can incorporate some suggestions from you guys