True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.

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

The lessons from the peace process are clear; whatever life throws at us, our individual responses will be all the stronger for working together and sharing the load.

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

We have all felt those emotions in these last few days. So what I say to you now, as your queen and as a grandmother, I say from my heart.

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.

Work is the rent you pay for the room you occupy on earth.