'Thinking of all of you and wanna say that you doing good work and would love to help out if you need it, give the kids a hug from me. Roxanne.L

'You do such good work, I wish I could help more' – Sheila McT

'I am thinking of all your beloved patients and children in Cape Town. God bless all the good work' – Patricia H

'My son is doing state exams in June and feels the 'Angel's Prayer' you sent me brings him guidance and help. Many thanks' - Mrs S

'The children are very lucky to have people like you and your Sisters. Hope the enclosed Postal Order will be of some help. Give my love to all.' – Jessie

'My son Brendan gave me money for the African children he saw on TV and I asked him if I could send the money to you, as perhaps your need is greater. Brendan is now 41 years old and has Down's Syndrome. He also has Diabetes and needs a lot of care. He wrote the message on the angel. Every good wish to you all' - Margaret D

'I would love to come to Cape Town and put my arms around the little ones, but my health is not so good. Please give them a hug from me, and you are all in my prayers' – Lawrence

'I have so many charities asking for money. I would rather give to one like yours – doing such good work for the poor children' – Patricia E

'Dear Sr Veronica - Thank you for my little angel, which I wore to help me remember all the wise advice you have given' – Pam

'When I think how brave you are, Emily, it makes me want to be brave myself' – Mary S

'We now have 5 of your little Angels hanging on our Christmas tree. My granddaughter helped me decorate the tree and was fascinated by them. I told her they were sent to us from Africa each year by children who were not as lucky as she is to have a family to love and look after her, so the nuns become their family.' – Mrs M