The context of the following conversation is Alex was going to visit his cousins in another state. Alex drove all the way from Florida.:
Alex says I really wanted to visit my cousins..
The friend responds I hear you! How far away were they?.
Alex responds Well, they were in Florida so it was quite a long drive..
The friend responds Wow, that was a nice ride!.
Alex responds Yeah, it was really relaxing..
The friend responds Yeah, I bet it was nice to see everyone!.