Frank, I think all positive interactions are fantastic.

Need I really offer my opinion of where they can lead?

Come on, look at the dime my sitch has turned on!

Yes, I believe they ALL matter.

Those interactions are really only meaningless if you're attaching an immediate expectancy to them, Frank.
Which I think you are still in danger of doing and it makes me hesitant to tell you they're good.

But duh, yes, they ARE GOOD.

If you want me to comment on her lying to that lady (a lie by omission is still a lie) that was your wife trying to not get into personal details in a public setting. And trying to save a little face, too, I am sure.

Be still and let everything add up to what it will, Frank.

Just be still and know.

There are no more strategies left.