The context of the following conversation is Remy, a teacher, brought their students together to tell them that they were going to retire.:
Remy says I've been teaching for over twenty years now. It's strange to think that I won't be soon.  I brought my students together to tell them I was retiring after this school year..
The friend responds How did they respond?.
Remy responds They told me what a great teacher I am, and that they would miss me..
The friend responds Kids can be so sweet..
Remy responds I love my kids.  I will miss them very much..
The friend responds You care so much about your students, and they really appreciate it..