They really do understand and appreciate how much her efforts have done to change their lives, to lift them out of poverty into a life of family, love and opportunity.
Here John, one of the oldest boys in the family, thanks Mama Sue for putting them on the right direction, teaching them right from wrong, and for all the support she gives them both at home at Happy House and in our school.
We are bringing you video highlights of Mama's party over the next few days.
Today we have songs John's moving speech and songs from the girls' choir.