Hey Russ I'm with you, perspective is the key, and a wide crop is usually a no no for me, though here it's not too bad.
Re White Balance, I think the warmth helps a little in this one, gives a bit of a homely feel. Which I guess is ideal in this situation.

My Advice though, try shooting it without flashes, and find out how to shoot it without, then once you get that, find how to add flash to compliment existing light. It's hard at first, but once you nail it, it works wonders!
A good first attempt, keep at it.