There's been a real movement in your sitch since the Woofie email exchanges for the better.
Let's review what forward movements has taken place since the email exchanges:
-got two weeks with Woofie -got a hug from W -she went INSIDE your office which was a first since January -sharing a bit about the In-laws
ALL GOOD!
The only goof is asking to see the nieces. That's a big no-no. It's a case of too much, too soon. Remember that this is a new friend you've just met. Dial down the intensity, bud.
All in all, this was a fabulous baby step for W and you.
You might to treat yourself some nice filet mignon.