Both of your issues (it's unclear how the stories interact and game seeming to be stuck sometimes) are consistent with what I've got on my list to change for a post-jam update, so... Hurrah! I don't have more things to change! Jokes aside, it seriously is great to get feedback that mirrors others have said because it reassures me that what I plan to change really needs it. So I really do appreciate the feedback!
Oh! And I'm glad you like my goofy little style! Thanks so much for taking the time to play and comment!