The events that I have attended to mark my Diamond Jubilee have been a humbling experience. It has touched me deeply to see so many thousands of families, neighbors and friends celebrating together in such a happy atmosphere.

I know of no single formula for success. But over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents, their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration to work together.

Cowards falter, but danger is often overcome by those who nobly dare.

We all need to get the balance right between action and reflection. With so many distractions, it is easy to forget to pause and take stock.

This new power, which has proved itself to be such a terrifying weapon of destruction, is harnessed for the first time for the common good of our community.

Let us not take ourselves too seriously. None of us has a monopoly on wisdom.

They are not royal. They just happen to have me as their aunt.