Catherine, Princess of Wales continued her phased return to public duties on Thursday, visiting a children’s hospice in Wales, as it was announced that she’d become a patron of the organization.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, has delighted a small girl who was calling to her by stopping the royal car and jumping out to have a chat. In a highly unusual move, Kate pulled over her convoy to speak to three-year-old Lily-Rose, who had been crying out "hello princess" as the royal left a knitwear and sock making factory.

Princess Catherine radiated joy and compassion as she interacted with families of kids bravely fighting terminal illness during her visit to a children’s hospice in Wales.