The Queen is the only person who can put on a tiara with one hand, while walking down stairs.

[On public events attended by royalty:] It was the usual 'zoo tea.' You know, we eat - the others watch.

I have as much privacy as a goldfish in a bowl.

In our family, we don't have rifts. We have a jolly good row and then it's all over. And I've only twice ever had a row with my sister.

I am deeply grateful for the concern of all those who constantly prayed for my happiness.

When my sister and I were growing up, she was made out to be the goody-goody one.

I would like it to be known that I have decided not to marry Group Capt. Peter Townsend. Mindful of the church's teaching that Christian marriage is indissoluble, and conscious of my duty to the Commonwealth, I have resolved to put these considerations before any others.

Disobedience is my joy!