Great to hear your brunch went well and that you're feeling better. Can she come down to Florida and make me feel better too? As for last night, I totally understand how you feel. Getting excited over the "signs" can be dangerous but when you've been in the desert for weeks/months ANY sign of water is like a Godsend. You are doing great staying even and not over-reacting while still recognizing that something may be up. Take it as it comes, don't assume and try to stay in that place where you're willing to bite a snake for moisture instead of expending all that energy pursuing a mirage. Let it rain before you believe there's truly water.
