I have always had a dread of becoming a passenger in life.

There are indeed ways for a queen to say what she thinks.

In Denmark, the king's faith became the religion of the country, and we are still happy with that today.

We, the monarchs, are undoubtedly constants in a constantly changing world. Because we have always been there, but also because we do not get involved in everyday politics. We are aware of the political changes in our societies, but we don't comment on them. This is where we assume a unique position.

I am not a career woman, and I would never have become one in normal life, because I am not ambitious enough for that.

I believe that many people have forgotten what their roots are. This is one of the advantages of countries with a monarchy. The monarch offers identity across generations, and is a part of these roots and this native country.

I hope people will remember me as one who did her best - and who wasn't an anachronism.