Indeed it does. In fact in the same day I was able to make "first contact" of a sort with someone that had heard of us bronies but had never met one or seen the show. I think she too will be joining the herd soon as well.
Well, speaking of possible bronies, today i think i met someone open minded enough to become part of the herd. He also thinks that Pinkie Pie looks cool, though he doesnt really know what she is. I shall slowly try to convert him then report back