I have some thoughts on this (i.e. Opponents checks, captures, and threats)....Any other nodes of thought on this?? Thanks!

C'mon! None of you heavy hitters out there have any good advice on this to help out us "common folk wood pushers"??!! Please! Indulge us!

What are my attackable points?  What are my opponent's attackable points?  Can I get rid of my weaknesses?  Can I keep my opponent from doing the same?  Is there a possible combination?  If so, will it either work with my plan or compensate me for straying?

 

I forgot one important question.  It needs to be asked before you get lost thinking the others through.  How much time is on my clock?