OUR thoughts and prayers are with the USA at this very sad time. We have many friends in the States who are very frightened and grieving. They find great comfort in knowing that the UK and the rest of the world are thinking about them.

I have a message from my good friend Wendy, who lives in the USA: "Thank you our very dear friends in the UK who are thinking about us all in our time of need. God bless you all."

Once again, America, our heartfelt sympathy goes to you all, also to American citizens here in the UK and British families who have lost, or are awaiting news of, loved ones or friends from America. We are thinking about you all.

Karen and Chris Tuite,

Doherty Walk,

Foxwood, York.

Updated: 10:42 Monday, September 17, 2001