Yes, true, appreciating one another can lead to a deepening relationship. It won't be the other way around, LOL:)
We are all selfish and sinners and need to be loved despite our shortcomings, I think. Coming off short in a relationship and getting over the barriers of feeling not understood, neglected, and also being oblivious towards what others need from us, is normality, I would say. The active interest in the other human being is a precious thing which can be quickly disturbed, so it's an art to maintain a balance between harmony and disharmony. I agree, it takes patience and nurture to build on a deeper relationship. Though I'd say this was not the case for me so much when I was younger. I did not think that much about these matters and got involved more spontaneiously and made friends left and right. HaHa!

Yes, you are sincerely invited to visit me whenever you come to my country! I would very much like it to meet you in person and get to know each other without the online barriers.